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2 Pounds - Elizabeth II UEFA Euro 1996; Silver Piedfort
1996 year| Silver (.925) | 31.96 g | 28.4 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 31.96 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#101489 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
A gently concave surface representing a football, with the date 1996 in two lines in the centre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
JWM
19
96
Engraver: John Mills
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: THE TENTH EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP
Comment
Issued indviudally, the coin was also struck in nickel-brass, silver proof and gold proof.© The Royal Mint, 1996
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the UEFA Euro 1996 football tournament, which was held in England. The coin's design features a depiction of a football player in action, surrounded by the tournament's logo and the words "UEFA Euro 1996". This coin is a unique and collectible item for football fans and coin collectors alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 7634 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (UEFA Euro 1996; Silver Piedfort) 1996 coin.
