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Obverse © coinman1 (CC BY)
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II 8 Doubles-Modern Variant
| Silver (.9999) | 31.1 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Guernsey |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 2012-2015 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GGP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.9999) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#116404 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Full reverse of the Guernsey 8 Doubles coin from 1914-1949 with the addition of the modern face value of 2 Pounds
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GM
8 DOUBLES
2012
2 POUNDS
1oz FINE SILVER 9999
Edge
Plain
Comment
Coins were minted in Guernsey Mint (mintamrk GM in 2012-2013) which then changed name to BullionRock (mintmark BR in next years).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (8 Doubles-Modern Variant) 2012-2015 from Guernsey is that it has a unique feature that sets it apart from other coins. The coin has a special "8 Doubles" design, which means that the image of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse (front) side of the coin is reflected eight times on the reverse (back) side, creating a striking and eye-catching pattern. This design was created by the artist, Stephen Taylor, and it gives the coin a distinctive and modern look that sets it apart from other coins in the series.
