© iwantallcoins
© iwantallcoins
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Manx Airline Jet Plane
| Virenium | 8.1 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1988-1993 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 IMP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Virenium |
| Weight | 8.1 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.71 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#33108 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 60% |
Reverse
Symbolising air transport, vital to worldwide communications, a new advanced BAC 146-100 Jet flies above the island.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ellan vannin
two pounds
Comment
When adding years to coin designs the Isle of Man used one style for the digits until 1989 and another style from 1990 on (with the exception of 20 Pence coins from 1998 on). The difference is most easily noticed in the 9s and 6s in the date. This type exists with both styles.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Pound coin featuring Elizabeth II (Manx Airline Jet Plane) from the Isle of Man is that it was made of a unique metal called Virenium, which is an alloy of copper, nickel, and zinc. This coin was the first to use this alloy, which was specifically designed to have a silver-like appearance but with improved durability and resistance to corrosion.
