© The Royal Mint, 2019
© The Royal Mint, 2019
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Samuel Pepys' Diary; Gold Proof
2019 year| Gold (.9167) | 15.97 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 | 2019 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.61 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 15.97 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#232289 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
A hand using a feathered quill making last diary entry, legend above and dates below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SAMUEL PEPYS DIARIST
Samuel Pepys
May.31.1669
1669 - 2019
GB
Engraver: Gary Breeze
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: THE GOOD GOD PREPARE ME
Comment
Samuel Pepys was one of the most famous diarists in history, his diaries provide first-hand accounts of life in 17th Century London. This two-pound piece commemorates his final diary entry on the 31st May 1669.Released as part of the 2019 annual gold proof commemorative sets (Issue Limit: 100; sales 88), as well as individually (138 sales), the design was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and silver piedfort. Issue limit: 350.
© The Royal Mint, 2019
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 350th anniversary of Samuel Pepys' diary. The coin's reverse side features an image of Pepys' diary, along with a quill and inkpot, surrounded by a decorative border. The design is meant to reflect the historical significance of Pepys' diary as a primary source for understanding life in 17th-century England.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 226 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Samuel Pepys' Diary; Gold Proof) 2019 coin.
