As the excitement of Glasgow 2014 builds The Royal Mint is proud to release the official Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games 50p, struck as lasting reminders of the XX Commonwealth Games – a Games for all Scotland, a Games that has captured the hearts and minds of the nation, and of the world. Now available in Brilliant Uncirculated quality, this 50p is the perfect reminder of an historic British sporting event.

Not since the Olympic Games of London 2012 has The Royal Mint struck a coin with a sporting theme. What better way to pay tribute to this next chapter in Britain’s great sporting decade than with a coin from the official range – the beautiful Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games 50p struck to Brilliant Uncirculated quality?

Your coin carries a vibrant design by new coin designer Alex Loudon, the power of sport embodied in a cyclist and athlete, the home of the Games reflected in his choice of Scottish Saltire and lettering inspired by Glasgow-born architect, artist and designer, Charles Rennie Mackintosh.

Country: UK
Data of issue: 2014
Face value: 50 pence
Metal: Cupro-nickel 
Weight: 8 g
Diameter: 27,30 mm
Quality: BU