2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (UEFA Euro 1996; Silver Proof) 1996 front 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (UEFA Euro 1996; Silver Proof) 1996 back
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (UEFA Euro 1996; Silver Proof) 1996 photo

2 Pounds - Elizabeth II UEFA Euro 1996; Silver Proof

1996 year
Silver (.925) 15.98 g 28.4 mm
Description
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
15.98 g
Diameter
28.4 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#32575
Rarity index
64%

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 individually, the coin was also struck in nickel-brass, silver piedfort and gold proof. Issue Limit: 50,000.

© 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 an image of Queen Elizabeth II, along with the tournament's logo and the dates of the tournament. It's a unique and collectible coin for football fans and numismatists alike.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996  25163 - - - - - -

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 Proof) 1996 coin.