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2 Pence - Elizabeth II Operation Torch
| Copper plated steel | 7.20 g | 25.91 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 2005-2012 |
| Value | 2 Pence 0.02 GIP = USD 0.026 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper plated steel |
| Weight | 7.20 g |
| Diameter | 25.91 mm |
| Thickness | 2.06 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#9529 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Three military figures in foreground, rock of Gibraltar in background
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TWO PENCE
OPERATION TORCH
1942
2
Engraver: Philip Nathan
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 2 Pence coin commemorating Operation Torch from Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) features a unique design that depicts a soldier landing on a beach, symbolizing the Allied invasion of North Africa during World War II. The coin's design was created by the sculptor and engraver, Michael R. P. Reardon, and it was issued in 2005 to mark the 60th anniversary of the operation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2006 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2007 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2008 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2009 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2010 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2011 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Operation Torch) 2005-2012 coin.
