© The Royal Mint, 2021
© The Royal Mint, 2021
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Year of The Ox; Silver Proof
2021 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 | 2021 |
| 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#235973 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Image of an Ox in a field with trees, legend and date above.
Lettering:
YEAR OF THE OX·2021
牛
HB
Translation: 牛(Ox)
Engraver: Harry Brockway
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The eighth design in the Chinese Lunar Year - Shēngxiào Collection, there were several different strikes for the Year of the Ox with varying compositions and denominations which all share Harry Brockway's design.No bullion issue was released for the first time in this series. Issue limit: 3,998.
© The Royal Mint, 2021
Interesting fact
The Year of the Ox silver proof coin from the United Kingdom has a unique feature; it has a frosted finish on the ox's fur, giving it a lifelike texture and adding an extra layer of depth to the design.
