© The Royal Mint, 2022
© The Royal Mint, 2022
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Henry VII; Silver Proof
2022 year| Silver (.999) | 31.21 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2022 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.21 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#318357 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned portrait of Henry VII right within beaded inner circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HENRIC VII DI GRA REX AGL Z F
Translation: Henry the Seventh by the Grace of God King of England and France
Engraver: Alexander of Bruchsal
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The first issue in 5-year series, the British Monarchs, there will be a total of 21 monarchs, featuring iconic kings and queens from four royal houses: Tudor, Stuart, Hanover and Windsor, formerly known as Saxe-Coburg-Gotha.This release features a classic coinage portrait of Henry VII that appeared on Tudor coinage; the design was struck in a variety of precious metal compositions and denominations. Issue limit: 1,260.
© The Royal Mint, 2022
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of King Henry VII on the obverse, while the reverse features a depiction of the Tudor rose, a symbol of the House of Tudor, which was the royal house that ruled England from 1485 to 1603. This design was chosen to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Henry VII's accession to the throne.
