© The Royal Mint, 2016
© The Royal Mint, 2016
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Great Fire of London; Silver Proof
2016 year| Silver (.925) | 12.00 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 | 2016 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 12.00 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#88182 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
An image of London on fire with boats on the Thames.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1666 THE GREAT FIRE OF LONDON 2016
AW
TWO POUNDS
Engraver: Aaron West
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: THE WHOLE CITY IN DREADFUL FLAMES
Comment
Released as part of the 2016 annual silver proof sets as well as individually (1,649 sales), the design was also struck in copper-nickel, silver piedfort and gold proof. Issue Limit: 10,500© The Royal Mint, 2016
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 350th anniversary of the Great Fire of London, which occurred in 1666. The coin's design features a depiction of the fire and the rebuilding of the city, with the iconic St. Paul's Cathedral in the center. The coin's obverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse was designed by sculptor and engraver, John Bergdahl.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 2690 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Great Fire of London; Silver Proof) 2016 coin.
