© The Royal Mint, 2016
© The Royal Mint, 2016
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II William Shakespeare; 1 oz Fine Silver
2016 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 | 2016 |
| 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 |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#147376 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Central bust of William Shakespeare, legend around, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PUT MONEY IN THY PURSE
OTHELLO
ACT1 SC.3
· 2016 ·
Engraver: Tom Phillips
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issued to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the death of William Shakespeare, the coin was issued in both silver and gold proof. Issue limit: 1,000.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design depicting William Shakespeare, one of the greatest playwrights in the English language, on the reverse side, while the obverse side features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. This coin is a part of a series of coins issued by the Royal Mint to commemorate the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death. The coin's design is the work of sculptor and coin designer, John Bergdahl.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 999 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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