2004 BU 50p Coin Pack – 50th Anniversary Roger Bannister

When 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 6^th May 1954 Roger Bannister left his mark on history by finishing the race in 3 minutes 59.4 seconds, stumbling to the ground as he crossed the line.
 
The reverse of the 2004 50p celebrates the 50^th anniversary of Roger Bannister running the first sub four-minute mile.
 
The obverse features portrait of the Queen designed by Ian Rank-Broadley.
 
The 50p coin is in a presentation folder and is of uncirculated quality and has been carefully handled to avoid damage.
 
Specification
 
Denomination – Fifty Pence
Quality – Brilliant Uncirculated
Alloy – Cupro-nickel
Weight – 8.00gms
Diameter – 27.30mm