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2 Pounds - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait; World War II ND
1995 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 | 1995 |
| 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#13389 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Large dove left with olive branch.
Engraver: John Mills
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: 1945 IN PEACE GOODWILL 1995
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 1995, in both Brilliant Uncirculated (105,647 sales) & Proof versions. The coin was also issued in BU individual packs (no sales data) as well as being also struck in silver proof, silver piedfort and gold proof.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the end of World War II, and the reverse design features a depiction of St. Paul's Cathedral, which was a symbol of hope and resilience during the war.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1995) | 60639 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; World War II) ND (1995) coin.
