© The Royal Mint, 2019
© The Royal Mint, 2019
2 Pence - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; Royal Shield, Silver Proof
| Silver (.925) | 7.12 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 | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 7.12 g |
| Diameter | 25.9 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#200756 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Top right section of Royal Shield, denomination above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TWO PENCE
MD
Engraver: Matthew Dent
Edge
Plain
Comment
Released as part of the annual silver proof coin sets.2015 issue limit: 7,500
2016 issue limit: 1,500
2017 issue limit: 1,500
2018 issue limit: 1,000
2019 issue limit: 1,000
2020 issue limit: 500
2021 issue limit: 550
2022 issue limit: 550
In 2022, in addition to the regular annual sets, a special Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Set featured on the obverse of the definitive types a privy mark which commemorated the life-span of The Queen (1926-2022). Issue Limit: 1,500
© The Royal Mint, 2022
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing the Royal Shield, which is a symbol of the British monarchy and represents the unity of the four constituent countries of the United Kingdom: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 1876 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2016 | 383 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2017 | 615 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2018 | 612 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2019 | 406 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2022 | 1310 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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, Silver Proof) 2015-2022 coin.
