© Black Mountain Coins
© Black Mountain Coins
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Granting of Letters Patent
2008 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | British Antarctic Territory (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1991-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#13472 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 41% |
Reverse
The British Antarctic Territory's Coat-of-Arms with the 'PM' mintmark below at bottom right.
Denomination at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1908 • CENTENARY OF GRANTING OF LETTERS PATENT • 2008
RESEARCH AND DISCOVERY
PM
£2
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the granting of Letters Patent establishing the British Antarctic Territory. The coin's design features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II and an image of the RSS John Biscoe, the ship that was used by the British Antarctic Survey during the territory's establishment. The coin's copper-nickel composition and 28.28g weight also make it a unique and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 PM | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Granting of Letters Patent) 2008 coin.
