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2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Emperor penguin; Titanium
2019 year| Titanium (.990) (Blue) | 10 g | 36.1 mm |
| Issuer | British Antarctic Territory (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2019 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1991-date) |
| Composition | Titanium (.990) (Blue) |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 36.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#308485 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
The design on the coin itself features a male and female Emperor penguin with their newly born chick sitting on the feet of one of the adults.
Script: Latin
Lettering: £2
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The land around the South Pole, the Antarctic, is the coldest place in the world. The temperature there has been known to fall below -80˚C/-112˚F. Like all Antarctic penguins, the Emperor, which is the tallest and heaviest of all penguins, has a thick layer of densely packed feathers which trap the air to keep the bird warm, acting as a thermal vest.
The Antarctic winter begins in March and unlike other animals who sensibly make their way to the warmer parts of the Antarctic, the Emperor penguins march 200 miles in the opposite direction, across the pack ice, in order to breed in the coldest place on Earth. These nesting sites may be many miles from the sea and up to 25,000 birds will make their way to the sites. The female lays a single egg which both parents initially protect from the ice by resting it on their feet, carefully manoeuvring the egg backwards and forwards. The female then returns to the sea to feed, leaving the male in sole charge of their prized possession. During this time, which can be around 115 days, the male eats nothing, relying on his reserves of blubber to keep him alive. During this time the males huddle together, taking it in turns to stand in the middle of the huddle to try and survive the icy cold winds of up to 120 mph. When the female returns, after the egg has hatched, and manages to find her mate amongst the hundreds of fathers by his call. It is at this point that the fathers can leave to take their turn at sea to feed. This epic journey featured in the television series ‘Dynasties’ narrated by Sir David Attenborough which was filmed in Antarctica.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it is made of titanium, which is a highly durable and resistant metal that is also lightweight. This makes the coin unique and different from other coins that are typically made of more traditional metals like copper, silver, or gold. The use of titanium also gives the coin a distinctive blue color, which adds to its aesthetic appeal.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 PM | 7500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Emperor penguin; Titanium) 2019 coin.
