© The Royal Mint, 1998
© The Royal Mint, 1998
2 Sovereigns - Elizabeth II 4th 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 | 1998-2008 |
| 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#62708 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
St. George slaying the dragon right, date and engraver's initials in exergue
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1998 B.P.
Engraver: Benedetto Pistrucci
Edge
Milled
Comment
The 1998 strike was issued as part of a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (789 sales, issue limit 1,500), and a 3-coin Sovereign Proof set (560 sales, issue limit 2,000).© The Royal Mint, 1998
The 2000 strike was issued as part of a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,000 sales, issue limit 1,000), and a 3-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,250 sales, issue limit 1,250).
© The Royal Mint, 2000
The 2003 strike was only issued as part of a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set, issue limit: 2,250 (2,050 sales), as the 3-coin Sovereign Proof set contained the DNA Double Helix commemorative.
© The Royal Mint, 2003
The 2004 strike was only issued as part of a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,749 sales, issue limit 2,250), as the 3-coin Sovereign Proof set contained the Trevithick Locomotive Penydarren.
© The Royal Mint, 2004
The 2006 strike was issued as part of a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,750 sales, issue limit 1,750), and a 3-coin Sovereign Proof set (540 sales, issue limit 1,750).
© The Royal Mint, 2006
The 2007 strike was issued as part of a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,750 sales, issue limit 1,750), and a 3-coin Sovereign Proof set (651 sales, issue limit 750).
© The Royal Mint, 2007
The 2008 strike was issued as part of a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,750 sales, issue limit 1,750), and a 3-coin Sovereign Proof set (583 sales, issue limit 750).
© The Royal Mint, 2008
From 2009 there was greater detail on the dragon.
KM#1072, Sp#SD4 (1998-2008) less detail to dragon
KM#1072.1, Sp#SD7 (2009-2015) more detail to dragon
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a stunning depiction of St. George and the Dragon, which is a symbol of England and the United Kingdom. The design was created by renowned artist, Ian Rank-Broadley, and is exclusive to this particular coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 1349 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2000 | 2250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2003 | 2050 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2004 | 1749 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2006 | 2290 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2007 | 2401 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2008 | 2333 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (4th portrait;) 1998-2008 coin.
