2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Henry II) 1996 front 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Henry II) 1996 back
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2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Henry II

1996 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Falkland Islands (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1996
Value
2 Pounds 2 FKP = USD 2.62
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#78218
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Portrait of Henry II facing.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ROYAL HERITAGE
HENRY II ·1154-1189

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a portrait of King Henry II, who ruled England from 1154 to 1189. This is unusual as most coins featuring Queen Elizabeth II depict her in the obverse (front) side, not the reverse.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996  10000 - - - - - -

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