2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (The Nemean Lion) 1997 front 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (The Nemean Lion) 1997 back
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2 Pounds - Elizabeth II The Nemean Lion

1997 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
1997
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#14621
Rarity index
66%

Reverse

Nemean Lion

Script: Latin

Lettering:
THE LABOURS OF HERCULES
THE
NEMEAN
LION
AA
2
· POUNDS ·

Edge

Reeded.

Interesting fact

The Nemean Lion coin from Gibraltar features a unique bimetallic design, with a copper-nickel center surrounded by a nickel brass ring. This distinctive design element sets it apart from other coins and makes it a standout piece in any collection.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997 PM - - - - - -

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