© The Royal Mint, 2010
© The Royal Mint, 2010
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Florence Nightingale; Gold Proof
2010 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 | 2010 |
| 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#222213 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Depicting the taking of a pulse, while the background is symbolic of the rays of light from Florence Nightingale's lamp.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1820 - FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE - 1910
GS
TWO POUNDS
Engraver: Gordon Summers
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: 150 YEARS OF NURSING ·
Comment
Issued individually, the design was also produced in copper-nickel, silver proof and silver piedfort proof.©The Royal Mint, 2010
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Florence Nightingale's death, who is considered the founder of modern nursing. The coin's design features an image of Florence Nightingale, along with a depiction of a lamp, which symbolizes her dedication to her patients and her work in the field of nursing.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 472 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Florence Nightingale; Gold Proof) 2010 coin.
