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2 Pounds - Elizabeth II The Erymanthian Boar

1998 year
Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in nickel brass ring 12 g 28.4 mm
Description
Issuer
Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1998
Value
2 Pounds 2 GIP = USD 2.62
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in nickel brass ring
Weight
12 g
Diameter
28.4 mm
Thickness
2.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#14622
Rarity index
71%

Reverse

Erymanthian Boar

Script: Latin

Lettering:
THE LABOURS OF HERCULES
THE
ERYMANTHIAN
BOAR
PM AA
2
· POUNDS ·

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the Erymanthian Boar, a mythical creature from ancient Greek mythology, which was said to be a fierce and powerful boar that was killed by Hercules as one of his twelve labors. The coin's design is a nod to the rich cultural heritage of Gibraltar and its connection to Greek mythology.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1998 PM - - - - - -

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