© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
2 Pounds - Charles III George II; Silver Proof
2023 year| Silver (.999) | 31.21 g | 38.61 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 (.999) |
| Weight | 31.21 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#377015 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Young laureate portrait of King George II left, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GEORGIVS • II • DEI • GRATIA •
Translation: George the Second by the Grace of God
Engraver: John Croker
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The eighth issue in a 5-year series, the British Monarchs, there will be a total of 21 monarchs, featuring iconic kings and queens from four royal houses: Tudor, Stuart, Hanover and Windsor, formerly known as Saxe-Coburg-Gotha.This release features a remastered portrait of George II that appeared on Hanoverian coinage; the design was struck in a variety of precious metal compositions and denominations. Issue limit: 1,360.
© The Royal Mint, 2023
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 2 Pounds - Charles III (George II; Silver Proof) 2023 from United Kingdom is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a portrait of King Charles III, who was the Prince of Wales at the time of the coin's release. This is the first time that Charles III has been featured on a UK coin, making it a significant and collectible piece for numismatists and royal family enthusiasts.
