© The Royal Mint, 2020
© The Royal Mint, 2020
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Mayflower; Gold Proof
2020 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 | 2020 |
| 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#228755 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Image of the Mayflower ship, dates above, legend below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1620 2020
CTC
*MAYFLOWER*
Engraver: Chris Costello
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: UNDERTAKEN FOR THE GLORY OF GOD
Comment
Released as part of the 2020 annual gold proof commemorative sets, as well as individually, the design was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and silver piedfort. Issue limit: 585.© The Royal Mint, 2020
Interesting fact
The Mayflower Gold Proof 2 Pound coin from the United Kingdom features a unique design that commemorates the 400th anniversary of the Mayflower's voyage to America in 1620. The coin's reverse side depicts a stylized image of the Mayflower ship, along with the inscription "Mayflower 400" and the dates "1620-2020." The obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. The coin's gold content and proof finish add to its collectibility and numismatic value.
