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2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Commonwealth Games; Gold Proof
1986 year| Gold (.9167) | 15.98 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 | 1986 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 15.98 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#101484 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
St Andrew's cross surmounted by the thistle of Scotland below date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1986
N S
Engraver: Norman Sillman
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issued individually (3,277 sales) as well as in a set (12,500 sales) with a sovereign and half sovereign© The Royal Mint, 1986
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1986 Commonwealth Games £2 Gold Proof coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting a sprinter crossing the finish line, which was created by sculptor and designer, John M. L. Mills. This design was specifically commissioned for the coin to commemorate the 1986 Commonwealth Games held in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 15777 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Commonwealth Games; Gold Proof) 1986 coin.
