2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Wildlife) 2003 front 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Wildlife) 2003 back
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Wildlife) 2003 photo
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2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Wildlife

2003 year
Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in nickel brass ring - -
Description
Issuer
Falkland Islands (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2003
Value
2 Pounds 2 FKP = USD 2.62
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in nickel brass ring
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#143983
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

A map of islands and a radiant sun surrounded by legend, all with various local wildlife in the outer circle

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FALKLAND ISLANDS
TWO POUNDS

Engraver: Matthew Bonaccorsi

Edge

Reeded milling

Comment

The Falkland Islands Gazette - 2004 - page 347/666

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Falkland Islands 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Wildlife) 2003 coin is that it features a unique bimetallic design, with a copper-nickel center surrounded by a nickel brass ring. This distinctive design element sets it apart from many other coins and makes it a standout piece in any collection.