Reverse © The Royal Mint, 2009
Reverse © The Royal Mint, 2009
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Charles Darwin; Silver Proof
2009 year| Silver (.925) | 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 | 2009 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#65578 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Charles Darwin and ape heads facing, legend, dates and denomination around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1809·DARWIN·2009
TWO POUNDS
Engraver: Suzie Zamit
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: ON THE ORIGIN OF SPECIES 1859 ·
Comment
Issued as part of the Annual Silver Coin Sets for 2009 (2,749 sales), as well as individually (9,357 sales). The design was also produced in copper-nickel, silver proof and gold proof. Issue Limit: 20,000© The Royal Mint, 2010
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Charles Darwin Silver Proof 2 Pound coin is that it features a unique design that incorporates a portrait of Charles Darwin on the obverse (front) side, while the reverse (back) side features a depiction of the famous finches that Darwin studied during his voyage on the HMS Beagle. These finches, known as "Darwin's Finches," are a group of 14 species of finches that are found in the Galapagos Islands and are known for their distinctive beaks, which vary in shape and size depending on the species. The coin's design is meant to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Darwin's birth and highlight his contributions to the field of evolutionary biology.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 12106 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Charles Darwin; Silver Proof) 2009 coin.
