© The Royal Mint, 2003
© The Royal Mint, 2003
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II DNA Double Helix; Silver Proof
2003 year| Bimetallic: silver (.925) centre in gold plated silver (.925) 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 | 2003 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.61 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Bimetallic: silver (.925) centre in gold plated silver (.925) ring |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#38929 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 67% |
Reverse
DNA double helix, legend above, denomination and dates below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DNA DOUBLE HELIX
JWM
1953 TWO POUNDS 2003
Engraver: John Mills
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering and decorative side view of a double helix
Script: Latin
Lettering: DEOXYRIBONUCLEIC ACID
Comment
Issued individually, the coin was also struck in copper-nickel, silver piedfort and gold proof. Issue Limit: 25,000
The certificate from the Royal Mint reads:
Alloy: (inner disc) sterling .925 silver
(outer disc) sterling .925 silver
plated with fine gold
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the DNA Double Helix; Silver Proof) 2003 from United Kingdom is that it features a unique design that showcases the double helix structure of DNA, which was a groundbreaking discovery in the field of genetics and molecular biology. The coin's design highlights the importance of scientific innovation and progress, and serves as a reminder of the significant contributions made by British scientists in this field.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 11204 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (DNA Double Helix; Silver Proof) 2003 coin.
