© The Royal Mint, 2006
© The Royal Mint, 2006
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Isambard K. Brunel; Gold Proof
2006 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 | 2006 |
| 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#281691 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Portrait of Brunel with bridge and wheel, legend above, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TWO POUNDS
RAK
2006
Engraver: Rod Kelly
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: 1806-1859·ISAMBARD KINGDOM BRUNEL·ENGINEER
Comment
Issued individually and in a 2-coin set with the Paddington Station coin, this design was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and silver piedfort.© The Royal Mint, 2006
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Isambard K. Brunel Gold Proof 2 Pounds coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 200th anniversary of Brunel's birth. Brunel was a renowned British engineer who played a significant role in the construction of railways, bridges, and ships during the 19th century. The coin's design showcases a portrait of Brunel surrounded by a representation of the Clifton Suspension Bridge, which he designed and built. The coin's gold composition and intricate design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 1071 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Isambard K. Brunel; Gold Proof) 2006 coin.
