© Yarik
© Yarik
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Royal Air Force
2008 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| 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 | 3.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#49748 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
The coin depicts an RAF Hercules flying over South Georgia dropping supplies and equipment.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
90th Anniversary of the RAF
£2
PM
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reversed effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, with her head facing to the right instead of the traditional left. This design was specifically created to commemorate the 90th anniversary of the Royal Air Force.
