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2 Pounds - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait; UEFA Euro
1996 year| Nickel brass | 15.98 g | 28.40 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 15.98 g |
| Diameter | 28.40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#13391 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
A gently concave surface representing a football, with the date 1996 in two lines in the centre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
JWM
19
96
Engraver: John Mills
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: TENTH EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP
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 Coin Sets for 1996, in both Brilliant Uncirculated (86,501 sales) & Proof versions. The coin was also issued in BU individual packs (no sales data) as well as in silver proof, silver piedfort and gold proof.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the UEFA Euro 1996 football tournament, which was held in England. The coin features a unique design that includes an image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a representation of a football player in action on the other. This coin is a rare and collectible item for both coin collectors and football enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 67581 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; UEFA Euro 1996) 1996 coin.
