© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
2 Pounds - Charles III Flying Scotsman Centenary; Silver Proof
2023 year| Silver (.925) | 12 g | 28.4 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2023 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#351604 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
A side-on view of the locomotive steaming left, lettering and date of the special anniversary below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
JB
FLYING SCOTSMAN
LNER 4472
1923 - 2023
Designer: John Bergdahl
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIVE FOR THE JOURNEY
Comment
The coin was issued as part of the Annual Silver Proof set for 2022 (issue limit: 650) as well as in a 2-coin set with a 1923 half-crown (issue limit: 250). The coin was also struck in bimetallic copper-nickel & nickel brass, silver piedfort and gold proof. Issue limit: 800© The Royal Mint, 2023
Interesting fact
The Flying Scotsman Centenary coin features an image of the iconic steam locomotive, which celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2023. The coin's design also includes the inscription "Flying Scotsman" and the years "1923-2023" to commemorate the centenary of the locomotive's entry into service.
