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2 Pence - Elizabeth II 2nd portrait
| Copper plated steel | 7.12 g | 25.91 mm |
| Issuer | Falkland Islands (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1998-1999 |
| Value | 2 Pence 0.02 FKP = USD 0.026 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper plated steel |
| Weight | 7.12 g |
| Diameter | 25.91 mm |
| Thickness | 2.15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#9407 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Upland Goose or Magellan Goose in flight, facing left. Numeral above, lettering, and date around edge below. The subspecies Chloephaga picta leucoptera is restricted to the Falklands, being slightly larger than its South American counterpart C. p. picta.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2
WG
FALKLAND ISLANDS 1998
Engraver: William Maving Gardner
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a portrait of the Falkland Islands' iconic wildlife, the penguin. This design was created by artist and engraver, Robert Elderton, and was specifically commissioned for the Falkland Islands' coinage. The use of a penguin on the coin highlights the territory's rich wildlife and natural resources, and serves as a distinctive feature that sets it apart from other coins in the British Overseas Territories series.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1999 | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Pence - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait) 1998-1999 coin.
