© The Royal Mint, 2015
© The Royal Mint, 2015
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; Royal Navy, Gold Proof
2015 year| Gold (.9167) | 15.98 g | 28.4 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2015 |
| 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#69685 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Dreadnought battleship at sea with a seaplane to the left and birds to the right, legend above, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE FIRST WORLD WAR 1914-1918
DR
2015
Engraver: David Rowlands
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: THE SURE SHIELD OF BRITAIN
Comment
This Ian Rank-Broadley fourth portrait was issued as part of the annual gold sets (99 sales) and individually (406 sales). The battleship image used for the design was based om HMS Royal Oak. The coin was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and silver piedfort. Issue limit: 900.© The Royal Mint, 2015
No 5th portrait strike was issued in precious metals.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing the Royal Navy's iconic warship, the HMS Victory, in commemoration of the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar. The design is accompanied by the inscription "HMS Victory 1805-2005" and is surrounded by a decorative border. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with a limited mintage of only 1,500 pieces, making it a sought-after addition to any numismatic collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 505 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (4th portrait; Royal Navy, Gold Proof) 2015 coin.
