© The Royal Mint, 2016
© The Royal Mint, 2016
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Shakespeare, History; Silver Proof
2016 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 | 2016 |
| 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#222891 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
A dagger through a crown, legend around, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
JB
2016
Engraver: John Bergdahl
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: THE HOLLOW CROWN
Comment
Second of three coins issued to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the death of William Shakespeare, by honouring his work. This coin represents the histories, the other coins in the series represent the comedies and the tragedies. Issued as part of the Annual Silver Coin Sets for 2016 as well as individually (965 sales), the design was also issued in copper-nickel, silver piedfort and gold proof.©The Royal Mint, 2016
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare's death. The coin's reverse side features an image of Shakespeare's famous Globe Theatre, along with a quote from his play "Romeo and Juliet" that reads, "What's in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet." This design was created by renowned artist and designer, John Bergdahl, and was specifically commissioned for this coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 2006 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Shakespeare, History; Silver Proof) 2016 coin.
