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2 Sovereigns - Elizabeth II 2nd portrait
| Gold (.9167) | 15.98 g | 28.4 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1980-1983 |
| Value | 2 Sovereigns 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 15.98 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#13362 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
St. George slaying the dragon right, date and designer's initials in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1983 B.P
Designer: Benedetto Pistrucci
Edge
Reeded
Comment
1980 introduced the Double Sovereign to the Sovereign series.The 1980 strike was issued as part of the 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (10,000 sales, issue limit 10,000).
© The Royal Mint, 1980
The 1982 strike was issued as part of the 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (2,500 sales, issue limit 2,500).
© The Royal Mint, 1982
The 1983 strike was issued as part of the 3-coin Sovereign Proof set and as individual pieces (12,500 sales, issue limit 12,500).
© The Royal Mint, 1983
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's accession to the throne.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1982 | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1983 | 12500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Sovereigns - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait) 1980-1983 coin.
