2 Pounds - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait; Bill of Rights
1989 year| Nickel brass | 15.98 g | 28.4 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1989 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 15.98 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Thickness | 3.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#21883 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
St. Edward's crown above WM cypher over mace, legend around, dates below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TERCENTENARY OF THE BILL OF RIGHTS
WM
1689
1989
Engraver: John Lobban
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Despite being produced in their millions and being available at face value from most post offices and banks, the ordinary business strike was a Royal Mint commemorative issue and not intended for general circulation. Issued as part of the Annual Proof Coin Sets for 1989.
While not part of the Annual Brilliant Uncirculated Set for 1989 it was released in a BU Twin Pack with the Claim of Right as well as individually. The coin was also issued in silver proof and silver piedfort.
A number of coins were also issued in coin wallets courtesy of Guinness Extra.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was designed by sculptor John Mills and features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse, while the reverse depicts an image of the Bill of Rights, a document that played a significant role in the history of the United Kingdom and its constitutional monarchy. The coin was minted in 1989 to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the Bill of Rights.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 85704 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait; Bill of Rights) 1989 coin.
