© The Royal Mint, 2021
© The Royal Mint, 2021
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II The Who; Silver Proof
2021 year| Silver (.999) | 31.21 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2021 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.21 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#295137 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Image of a guitar shaped pinball machine, legend above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
The Who
HDG
Engraver: Henry Gray
Edge
Plain with incuse lettering
Lettering: · PINBALL WIZARD ·
Comment
Issued as part of the Music Legends series, the coin was also struck in a variety of denominations and metals including copper-nickel, silver proof, gold proof and bullion gold & silver. Issue Limt: 8,110©The Royal Mint, 2021
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the iconic mod target logo from The Who's album "Quadrophenia" on one side, and a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the other. This combination of popular culture and traditional royal imagery makes it a standout piece in the world of numismatics.
