© The Royal Mint, 2011
© The Royal Mint, 2011
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II King James Bible; Gold Proof
2011 year| Gold (.9167) | 15.98 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 | 2011 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 15.98 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#221333 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Opening verses of St John's Gospel, showing the verse as printing block on the left, printed page on right. Legend above, dates below.
Lettering:
KING JAMES BIBLE
In the
beginning
was the
Word
1611-2011
Engravers: Paul Stafford, Benjamin Wright
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: THE AUTHORISED VERSION ·
Comment
Issued individually, whilst also being struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and silver piedfort.©The Royal Mint, 2011
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the King James Bible, which was first published in 1611. The coin's design features an image of Elizabeth II, along with a quote from the Bible in Latin, "Verbum Domini Lucerna Pedibus Meis" which means "The Word of the Lord is a lamp unto my feet." This coin is a unique and beautiful way to celebrate the enduring impact of the King James Bible on Western culture and religion.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 355 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (King James Bible; Gold Proof) 2011 coin.
