© The Royal Mint, 2018
© The Royal Mint, 2018
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Red Dragon of Wales; Silver Proof
2018 year| Silver (.999) | 31.21 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2018 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.21 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#129870 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Welsh dragon surmounting shield of arms of Llewelyn the Great, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·2018·
RED DRAGON OF WALES
JC
Engraver: Jody Clark
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The third design in The Queen's Beast series which began in 2016, there are 10 Beasts in total which are a representation of the statues that stood in Westminster Abbey on the Queen's Coronation in 1953. The statues are now on display in the Canadian Museum of History.Issued individually, for the Red Dragon of Wales there were different issues of varying metals, denominations and years of issue, which all share Jody Clark's design.
Issue limit: 6,000
©The Royal Mint, 2018
Interesting fact
The Red Dragon of Wales coin features a unique design that showcases the national symbol of Wales, a red dragon, on the reverse side of the coin. The dragon is depicted in a fierce pose, with its wings spread wide and its claws outstretched, surrounded by a circle of Celtic knotwork. This design is a nod to the rich history and culture of Wales, and the dragon is said to represent the country's strength, courage, and pride.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 5991 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Red Dragon of Wales; Silver Proof) 2018 coin.
