© The Royal Mint, 2017
© The Royal Mint, 2017
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Jane Austen; Gold Proof
2017 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 | 2017 |
| 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#215431 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Jane Austen signature over portrait in circular frame on patterned wall, legend and dates above, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
JANE AUSTEN 1817 - 2017
Jane Austen
TWO POUNDS
DME
Engraver: Dominique Evans
Edge
Reeded with incuse lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: THERE IS NO DOING WITHOUT MONEY
Comment
Released as part of the 2017 annual gold proof set (24 sales), annual gold proof commemorative sets (89 sales) and available as individual pieces (295 sales as at 02/2021), the design was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and silver piedfort. Issue limit: 884.© The Royal Mint, 2017
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Jane Austen Gold Proof 2 Pound coin is that it features a unique design depicting Jane Austen, one of the most celebrated authors in British literature, surrounded by symbols and motifs from her novels, such as a quill pen, a book, and a pair of glasses. This design was created by renowned sculptor and engraver, Ian Rank-Broadley, and is exclusive to this coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 408 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Jane Austen; Gold Proof) 2017 coin.
