© The Royal Mint, 2005
© The Royal Mint, 2005
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Gunpowder Plot; Gold Proof
2005 year| Gold (.9167) | 15.97 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 | 2005 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 15.97 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#283470 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
A circular arrangement of the symbols of state the mace, crosier and sword, dates and denomination around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1605 * 2005
TWO POUNDS
Engraver: Peter Forster
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: REMEMBER REMEMBER THE FIFTH OF NOVEMBER ·
Comment
Issued individually, the coin was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and silver piedfort. Issue Limit: 1,500© The Royal Mint, 2005
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it commemorates the 400th anniversary of the Gunpowder Plot, a failed assassination attempt against King James I in 1605. The coin's design features a depiction of the plotters and the Houses of Parliament, along with the inscription "Gunpowder Plot 1605-2005." This coin is a unique and interesting way to remember a significant event in British history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 914 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Gunpowder Plot; Gold Proof) 2005 coin.
