© The Royal Mint, 2019
© The Royal Mint, 2019
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Captain Cook - II; Silver Proof
2019 year| Silver (.925) (gold plated outer ring) | 12 g | 28.4 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2019 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (gold plated outer ring) |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#215862 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
The midships section of HM Bark Endeavour below a celestial image of the Transit of Venus, legend and dates around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1769 - 2019 CAPTAIN JAMES COOK
OTAHEITE 250
GB
Engraver: Gary Breeze
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: OCEANI INVESTIGATOR ACERRIMVS
Translation: Intrepid investigator of the seas
Comment
Issued individually, this coin features the second 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 gold proof.Issue Limit: 5,000
©The Royal Mint, 2019
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique gold-plated outer ring, which adds an extra layer of elegance and sophistication to the design.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 4326 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 - II; Silver Proof) 2019 coin.
