Physical Properties
Features & Details
Is the Four Minute Mile 2004 50p rare?
8th/ 53
Its proof mintage of 4,924 is the 8th lowest of 53 proof 50p coins in the catalogue.
Versions of the 2004 Four Minute Mile 50p
Photo: NumistaCirculation£0.72
Mintage 9,032,500
Four Minute Mile 50p 2004
- Photo: NumistaBU
£5.65
Mintage 109,379
Four Minute Mile 50p 2004 BU
- Photo: NumistaProof
£4.09
Mintage 35,020
Four Minute Mile 50p 2004 Proof
Photo: NumistaSilver Proof£9.26
Mintage 4,924
Four Minute Mile 50p 2004 Silver Proof (this page)
Four Minute Mile 50p by year
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About the Four Minute Mile 50p 2004 Silver Proof
The Elizabeth II Four Minute Mile Silver Proof coin, issued in 2004 by the Royal Mint, commemorates the remarkable achievement of Sir Roger Bannister, who became the first athlete to run a mile in under four minutes in 1954. This 50 pence piece, composed of .925 silver, features a distinctive design that celebrates Bannister's groundbreaking feat, making it a significant piece for both numismatists and sports enthusiasts. The coin is not only a tribute to human endurance and achievement but also serves as a testament to the evolving nature of commemorative coinage in the United Kingdom, making it a sought-after addition to both modern and historical coin collections.
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