2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Antarctic Treaty
2021 year| Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in nickel brass ring | 12 g | 28.4 mm |
| Issuer | British Antarctic Territory (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2021 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1991-date) |
| Composition | Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in nickel brass ring |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#272373 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 69% |
Reverse
Four penguins over the map of Antarctica
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE ANTARCTIC TREATY 1961-2021
• TWO POUNDS •
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Antarctic Treaty, which was signed in 1959 to promote peace and international cooperation in Antarctica. The treaty established Antarctica as a natural reserve, devoted to peace and science, and prohibited military activities, nuclear explosions, and the disposal of radioactive waste on the continent. The coin's design features a depiction of the Antarctic landscape, including the continent's iconic icebergs and penguins, as well as the flags of the 12 nations that signed the treaty.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 PM | 2750 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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