2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Olympics Handover; Silver Piedfort
2008 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 | 2008 |
| 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#92219 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Olympic flag being passed from one hand to another with London 2012 logo below, legend and dates around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BEIJING 2008 LONDON 2012
Engraver: The Royal Mint Team
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: I CALL UPON THE YOUTH OF THE WORLD
Comment
Issued individually to commemorate the handover of the Olympics from Beijing to London. The coin was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and gold proof. Issue Limit: 3,000© The Royal Mint, 2008
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the handover of the Olympic Games from Beijing to London, and it features a unique design that showcases the Olympic spirit. The coin's reverse side depicts a relay runner passing the baton to another athlete, symbolizing the passing of the Olympic torch from one host city to the next. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, who was the Head of State of the United Kingdom at the time of the coin's minting. The coin's Silver Piedfort finish adds an extra layer of elegance and rarity to this already special coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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