© The Royal Mint, 2019
© The Royal Mint, 2019
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Samuel Pepys' Diary; Silver Proof
2019 year| Silver (.925) | 12 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 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#232291 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
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 silver proof sets (Issue limit: 1,000; sales 406), as well as individually (1,873 sales), the design was also struck in copper-nickel, silver piedfort and gold proof. Issue limit: 3,500.
© The Royal Mint, 2019
Interesting fact
The design of the coin features an image of Samuel Pepys' diary, which was written in the 17th century. Pepys was an English naval administrator and Member of Parliament, and his diary is considered one of the most important primary sources for the history of the Restoration period in England. The coin's design incorporates an image of the diary's pages, along with a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. This unique design makes the coin a fascinating piece of history and numismatics.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 2279 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Silver Proof) 2019 coin.
