2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Marconi Telegraph; Silver Piedfort
2001 year| Silver (.925) | 24 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 | 2001 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 24 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#165375 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Symbolic representation of Marconi's successful transatlantic wireless transmission of 1901.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
20/01
r.e.
TWO POUNDS
Engraver: Robert Evans
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: MARCONI 1901 ··· WIRELESS BRIDGES THE ATLANTIC···
Comment
Issued individually the coin was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof, silver reverse frosted proof and gold proof.© The Royal Mint, 2001
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 100th anniversary of the first transatlantic wireless signal, which was sent by Guglielmo Marconi in 1901. The coin's design features a depiction of Marconi's telegraph equipment and the message he sent, "Sigillare 2001," which translates to "Seal 2001." This coin is a unique and interesting piece of numismatic history, as it honors a significant achievement in the field of communication and technology.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 6759 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Marconi Telegraph; Silver Piedfort) 2001 coin.
