© The Royal Mint, 2024
© The Royal Mint, 2024
2 Pounds - Charles III Little John; Silver Proof
2024 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 | 2024 |
| 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#431301 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Image of Little John in a forest , legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LITTLE JOHN · MYTHS AND LEGENDS · 2024
JC
Designer: Jody Clark
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The third coin in the Robin Hood trio of Myths and Legends. Issue limit:1,510.
© The Royal Mint, 2024
Interesting fact
The 2024 Charles III (Little John; Silver Proof) 2 Pounds coin from the United Kingdom features a unique design that pays tribute to the legendary outlaw Robin Hood, also known as Little John. The coin's reverse side depicts a scene of Robin Hood and his band of Merry Men, surrounded by the forest of Sherwood, where they were said to have lived and carried out their exploits. The design is the work of artist and designer David Lawrence, who is known for his work on various coins and medals.
