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2 Pence - Victoria 2nd portrait; Maundy issues
| Silver (.925) | 0.94 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1888-1892 |
| Value | 2 Pence (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 0.94 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#43110 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Crowned denomination divides date within oak wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 18 2 91
Engraver: Jean Baptiste Merlen
Comment
The standard weight of this coin was 1/33 troy ounce or 14.5 grains.Sp#3932 Maundy money sets listed with their KM# ref:
1888 MDS143 4,488
1889 MDS144&145 4,488 (partially Proof)
1890 MDS146 4,488
1891 MDS147 4,488
1892 MDS148 4,488
Demonetization note: Whilst the circulation strikes have been demonetized, the Maundy issues carry legal tender status and are still being struck to this day with the value updated to decimal pence.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Pence - Victoria (2nd portrait; Maundy issues) 1888-1892 coin is that it was minted with a unique "Maundy" design, which features a crowned effigy of Queen Victoria on the obverse (front) side, and a depiction of a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the United Kingdom on the reverse (back) side. This design was specifically created for the Maundy money tradition, which dates back to the 13th century and involves the distribution of small silver coins to deserving individuals as a symbol of the monarch's blessing and generosity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1888 | 9528 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1889 | 6727 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1890 | 8613 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1891 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1892 | 12000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Pence - Victoria (2nd portrait; Maundy issues) 1888-1892 coin.
