2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Christopher Columbus; Silver Proof) 1992 front 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Christopher Columbus; Silver Proof) 1992 back
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Christopher Columbus; Silver Proof) 1992 photo
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2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Christopher Columbus; Silver Proof

1992 year
Silver (.925) 9.30 g 28.4 mm
Description
Issuer
Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1992
Value
2 Pounds (2&nbspGIP)
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
9.30 g
Diameter
28.4 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#352278
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Colombus and ship

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TWO POUNDS
D
1492
CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's discovery of the New World in 1492. The coin's design features an image of Columbus's ship, the Santa Maria, and the reverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. The coin was minted in a limited quantity of 25,000 pieces, making it a rare and valuable collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1992 PM 25000 - - - - - -

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 (Christopher Columbus; Silver Proof) 1992 coin.