© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
2 Pounds - Charles III JRR Tolkien; Gold Proof
2023 year| Gold (.9167) | 15.98 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 | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 15.98 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#351622 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Tolkien's monogram surrounded by inscription.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1892 JRR TOLKIEN 1973
WRITER · POET · SCHOLAR
DL
Designer: David Lawrence
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: · NOT ALL THOSE WHO WANDER ARE LOST
Comment
This coin was issued as part of the Annual Commemorative Gold Proof set for 2023 (issue limit: 150) as well as individually (issue limit: 225). The design was also struck in bimetallic copper-nickel & nickel brass, silver proof and silver piedfort. Issue limit: 385© The Royal Mint, 2023
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design depicting JRR Tolkien's famous character, Gandalf, from his popular book series "The Lord of the Rings." This design was created specifically for this coin by the Royal Mint's artist, David Lawrence. The coin's gold proof finish adds an extra layer of elegance and rarity to the coin, making it a highly sought-after collectible for fans of Tolkien's work and coin collectors alike.
