2004 Fifty Pence Gold Proof - Four Minute MileWhen Roger Bannister ran a mile in less than four minutes in May 1954 it was not merely a remarkable sporting achievement, it was a triumph of the human spirit.On that overcast spring day in Oxford someone had done what many considered physically impossible; physiologists of the day did not think the body could cope with the strain it would inflict. Many athletes had striven for success but all had failed, making Roger Bannister's extraordinary efforts that day one of the greatest feats in sporting history.Within two months time Roger Bannister's time was bettered by John Landy, proving that once the physical barrier had been removed the psychological barrier also disappeared. The fiftieth anniversary of Roger Bannister's achievement in breaking the four-minute mile is commemorated on the golf proof 50p for 2004. It was designed by the distinguished sculptor James Butler who also designed the obverse of the Golden Jubilee Commemorative Medal and secured the prestigious commission of producing a new Great Seal of the Realm. The coin design, which does not focus on Roger Bannister the man, is symbolic of running a race. In its sculptured grace it is concerned with his outstanding achievement and the strength of the human spirit. Obverse - Fourth PortraitAll 2004 coins carried the fourth portrait obverse design by Ian Rank-Broadley.Specifications
Notes on TableIssue Price = Official Royal Mint issue price.Prices & Availability
You may wish to use our order form. We also have the silver proof version available here. Postage & PackingUK Registered Post (Special Delivery) £9 per orderEU Insured Post £10 per order USA Airmail $10, Insured Shipping $20 Canada Airmail $15, Insured Shipping $30 |
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Obverse of 2004 Gold Proof Fifty Pence
Reverse of 2004 Four Minute Mile Gold Proof Fifty Pence
2004 Gold Proof Fifty Pence in Presentation Box |
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