2 Pounds - Elizabeth II 5th Portrait; 1 oz Fine Silver, Oriental Border
| Silver (.999) | 31.21 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 2018-2020 |
| 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 |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#134668 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 32% |
Reverse
Standing figure of Britannia wearing a Corinthian helmet, wielding a trident in her right hand, protecting the coast with a shield emblazoned with the Union Flag. Around the border is an oriental-themed design pattern that frames the imagery.
Note: border varieties exist (see below)
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITANNIA
ONE
OUNCE
999
SILVER
2018
NATHAN
Engravers: Philip Nathan, Thomas Docherty
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Initially struck to commemorate the 21st anniversary of the Silver Britannia series, Philip Nathan’s classic interpretation of Britannia is flanked by an ornate oriental border, inspired by the Chinese-themed banqueting room at Brighton’s Royal Pavilion. The design has similarities to the British Trade Dollar first struck for use in the Far East during the reign of Queen Victoria.
A proof version was also struck in 2018 with plain fields on both obverse and reverse. Issue limit: 2,500.
© The Royal Mint, 2018
Each year issue features a slightly different border design:
- 2019 Oriental border:
-2020 Oriental border:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique oriental border design, which sets it apart from other coins in the series. The oriental border is a nod to the cultural and historical ties between the United Kingdom and the Far East, and it adds an extra layer of beauty and sophistication to the coin's design.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2019 | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2020 | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (5th Portrait; 1 oz Fine Silver, Oriental Border) 2018-2020 coin.
