2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Technology; Silver Proof) 1998-2015 front 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Technology; Silver Proof) 1998-2015 back
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Technology; Silver Proof) 1998-2015 photo
© The London Coin Company

2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Technology; Silver Proof

 
Silver (.925) 12 g 28.4 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1998-2015
Value
2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
12 g
Diameter
28.4 mm
Thickness
2.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#113395
Rarity index
42%

Reverse

Four concentric circles representing the Iron Age, Industrial Revolution, silicon chip and the internet.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TWO POUNDS
BR
1998

Engraver: Bruce Rushin

Edge

Milled with incuse lettering

Lettering: STANDING ON THE SHOULDERS OF GIANTS

Comment

Issued individually and in sets over the years, the design has also been struck in copper-nickel, silver piedfort, gold proof and platinum proof in subsequent years.

© The Royal Mint, 1998

1998 strike issued as part of 2-coin silver proof set:


2000 strike issued as part of 13-coin Millennium silver proof collections, issue limit 15,000:


2006 strike issued as part of 13-coin Queen's 80th Birthday silver proof collections, issue limit 8,000:


2012 strike issued as part of 10-coin Diamond Jubilee silver proof collections, issue limit 2,012:


2015 strike issued as part of the Annual proof set, Final Fourth Portrait set and Dual Fourth & Fifth Portrait set: issue limit: 9,000

© The Royal Mint, 2015

2009 issue limit 7,500
2010 issue limit 3,500
2011 issue limit 2,500
2013 issue limit 2,013
2014 issue limit 2,014

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the theme of technology. The reverse side of the coin depicts a stylized representation of a computer chip, highlighting the importance of technology in the modern world. This design was created by the British artist, David Gentleman, who is known for his work on various coins and stamps. The coin's design is not only visually appealing but also serves as a symbol of the UK's commitment to innovation and progress.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1998  19978 - - - - - -
2000  13180 - - - - - -
2006  8000 - - - - - -
2009  2749 - - - - - -
2010  1241 - - - - - -
2011  2500 - - - - - -
2012  1269 - - - - - -
2013  985 - - - - - -
2014  368 - - - - - -
2015  1539 - - - - - -

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 (Technology; Silver Proof) 1998-2015 coin.