© The Royal Mint, 2006
© The Royal Mint, 2006
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Paddington Station; Silver Piedfort
2006 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 | 2006 |
| 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#281687 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Paddington Station structural supports representing the engineering achievements of Isambard Kingdom Brunel.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2006
BRUNEL
re
TWO POUNDS
Engraver: Robert Evans
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: SO MANY IRONS IN THE FIRE
Comment
Issued individually, in a 2-coin set with the portrait of Isambard K. Brunel coin and as part of the 2006 Annual Piedfort set, this design was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and gold proof.© The Royal Mint, 2006
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design depicting Paddington Station, a famous London landmark, on the reverse side, while the obverse side features the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. This design was created by sculptor and engraver, Ian Rank-Broadley, and was issued as a commemorative coin to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the station's opening. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and fans of British history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 3018 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Paddington Station; Silver Piedfort) 2006 coin.
