2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Barbeled plunderfish
2021 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 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 | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#301167 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Antarctic Barbeled Plunderfish (Artedidraco skottsberg) and value.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TWO POUNDS
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The land around the South Pole, the Antarctic, is the coldest place in the world. The temperature there has been known to fall below -80˚C/-112˚F. Antarctic fishes are best known for their uses in studying adaptive radiation, which is an ecological process that causes the rapid development of several different species from only one common ancestor. We are delighted to announce the release of a brand new uncirculated cupro nickel £2 coin featuring a Plunderfish on behalf of the British Antarctic Territory.
Interesting fact
The Barbeled Plunderfish (Lethrinus aristatus) is a species of fish that is native to the waters surrounding the British Antarctic Territory. It is a deep-sea fish that can grow up to 30 cm in length and is known for its distinctive barbels, which are long, thin extensions of its lower jaw that resemble a beard. The fish is also known for its bright red color and is considered a prized catch for local fishermen. I hope you find this fact interesting! Let me know if you have any other questions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 PM | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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