2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Minke whale) 2016 front 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Minke whale) 2016 back
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Minke whale) 2016 photo
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2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Minke whale

2016 year
Copper-nickel 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2016
Value
2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62
Currency
Pound sterling (2000-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Thickness
3.38 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#85631
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

A mink whale swimming under ice chunks

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TWO
POUNDS

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design of a Minke whale, which is not a common motif on coins. The Minke whale is a species of baleen whale that can be found in the waters surrounding South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, making it a meaningful and relevant design choice for this coin.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2016 PM - - - - - -

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