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2 Pounds - Elizabeth II The Sperm whale; Silver
2016 yearSilver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
Issuer | British Antarctic Territory (British Overseas Territories) |
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Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2016 |
Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
Currency | Pound sterling (1991-date) |
Composition | Silver (.925) |
Weight | 28.28 g |
Diameter | 38.6 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-08 |
Numista | N#80673 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The Sperm Whale (Physeter Macrocephalus), or Cachalot.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TWO
POUNDS
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design of a sperm whale, which is not a common motif on coins. The design was created to highlight the importance of protecting marine life and the conservation efforts in the British Antarctic Territory. The coin's design also includes the inscription "British Antarctic Territory" and the year of issue, "2016."
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2016 PM | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (The Sperm whale; Silver) 2016 coin.