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2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Edward IV
1996 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Falkland Islands (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 FKP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#78221 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Portrait of Edward IV 3/4 facing with castle to left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROYAL HERITAGE · EDWARD IV
1461 · 1483
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of King Edward IV, who was the first Yorkist king of England and ruled from 1461 to 1470, and again from 1471 to 1483. He was known for his ambition and military prowess, and his reign marked the beginning of the Wars of the Roses, a series of civil wars that lasted for over three decades. Despite his controversial reign, he is remembered as a strong and effective ruler, and his image on this coin is a testament to his enduring legacy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Edward IV) 1996 coin.
