© The Royal Mint, 2014
© The Royal Mint, 2014
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Year of the Horse; Silver Proof
2014 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 | 2014 |
| 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#225147 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 72% |
Reverse
A horse prancing past the famous Uffington chalk white horse, legend above.
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering: YEAR OF THE HORSE · 2014
Engraver: Wuon-Gean Ho
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The first design in the Chinese Lunar Year - Shēngxiào Collection, there were several different strikes for the Year of the Horse with varying compositions and denominations which all share Wuon-Gean Ho's design.The proof and bullion issues both have plain fields but the bullion strike has an additional legend with the weight and fineness on the reverse. Proof issue limit: 8,888.
The Uffington white horse featuring on the reverse is an ancient carving in the chalk hills of Oxfordshire, U.K.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2014 United Kingdom Year of the Horse Silver Proof 2 Pound coin is that it features a unique horse design that was created by British artist and designer, John Bergdahl. The design depicts a majestic horse galloping across the coin's surface, with a flowing mane and tail, and is surrounded by intricate details and engravings. The coin's design is not only aesthetically pleasing, but it also holds cultural significance, as the horse has long been a symbol of strength, courage, and freedom in many cultures around the world.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 8347 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 Horse; Silver Proof) 2014 coin.
