© The Royal Mint, 2022
© The Royal Mint, 2022
2 Pence - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; Royal Shield, Platinum Proof
| Platinum (.9995) | 17.2 g | 25.9 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 2015-2022 |
| Value | 2 Pence 0.02 GBP = USD 0.026 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Platinum (.9995) |
| Weight | 17.2 g |
| Diameter | 25.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#241060 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Top right section of Royal Shield, denomination above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TWO PENCE
MD
Engraver: Matthew Dent
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issued as part of the dual set to commemorate the change over from the 4th portrait to the 5th.© London Coins
In 2022, a special Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Set featured on the obverse of the definitive types a privy mark which commemorates the life-span of The Queen. Issue Limit: 96
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Pence - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; Royal Shield, Platinum Proof) 2015-2022 coin is that it was minted to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II's 90th birthday. The coin features a unique platinum proof finish and a limited mintage of only 1,500 coins, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 10 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2022 | 13 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (5th portrait; Royal Shield, Platinum Proof) 2015-2022 coin.
