2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Cannon) 1988-1997 front 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Cannon) 1988-1997 back
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Cannon) 1988-1997 photo
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2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Cannon

 
Virenium 8 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1988-1997
Value
2 Pounds 2 GIP = USD 2.62
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Virenium
Weight
8 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#39008
Rarity index
48%

Reverse

Cannon right. Lettering above, mintmark between wheels

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TWO POUNDS
AA

Engraver: Alfred Ryman

Interesting fact

The 2 Pound coin from Gibraltar featuring Elizabeth II (Cannon) is interesting because it was minted using a unique metal called Virenium, which is an alloy of copper, nickel, and zinc. This coin is one of the few coins in the world to be made from this distinctive metal, making it a sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1988 PM - - - - - -
1990 PM - - - - - -

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 (Cannon) 1988-1997 coin.