2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Captain Cook - I; Gold Proof) 2018 front 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Captain Cook - I; Gold Proof) 2018 back
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Captain Cook - I; Gold Proof) 2018 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2018

2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Captain Cook - I; Gold Proof

2018 year
Gold (.9167) (red gold outer ring) 15.97 g 28.4 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2018
Value
2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.9167) (red gold outer ring)
Weight
15.97 g
Diameter
28.4 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#215880
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

The stern section of HM Bark Endeavour over a map of Plymouth Sound, Captain Cook's signature, legend and dates around.

Lettering:
1768 - 2018
PLYMOUTH SOUND
250
CAPTAIN JAMES COOK
GB

Engraver: Gary Breeze

Edge

Milled with incuse lettering

Lettering: OCEANI INVESTIGATOR ACERRIMVS

Translation: Intrepid investigator of the seas

Comment

This coin features the first of a three-part ‘puzzle’ that builds to tell the story of Captain Cook’s adventure. The coin was also struck in copper-nickel and silver proof. Issue Limit: 350

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique red gold outer ring, which sets it apart from other coins in the series. The use of red gold adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to the design, making it a truly distinctive piece for collectors.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2018  339 - - - - - -

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 (Captain Cook - I; Gold Proof) 2018 coin.