© The Royal Mint, 2018
© The Royal Mint, 2018
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Year of the Dog; Silver Proof
2018 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 | 2018 |
| 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#228309 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
A dog running, legend above.
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
YEAR OF THE DOG · 2018
狗
Translation: 狗 (Dog)
Engraver: Wuon-Gean Ho
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The fifth design in the Chinese Lunar Year - Shēngxiào Collection, there were several different strikes for the Year of the Dog with varying compositions and denominations which all share Wuon-Gean Ho's design.The proof strike has plain fields while the bullion issues have a guilloche background design alongside an additional legend with the weight and fineness on the reverse. Issue limit: 5,008.
©The Royal Mint, 2018
Interesting fact
The 2018 Year of the Dog Silver Proof coin features a unique design that showcases a friendly terrier sitting on a blanket, surrounded by Chinese lanterns and bamboo shoots. The terrier is depicted in a playful pose, with its tongue hanging out and its tail wagging, giving the impression of a happy and friendly dog. The design is meant to symbolize the friendly and loyal nature of dogs, which are often associated with the Chinese zodiac sign of the dog.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 3166 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Year of the Dog; Silver Proof) 2018 coin.
