© The Royal Mint, 2010
© The Royal Mint, 2010
2 Sovereigns - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; modified reverse
| 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 | 2009-2015 |
| 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#326795 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
St. George slaying the dragon right, date and designer's initials in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 2010 B.P.
Designer: Benedetto Pistrucci
Edge
Milled
Comment
Based on the design of the 1820 double sovereign with greater detail on the dragon. This 'standard' type double sovereign was not struck in 2012 due to the Diamond Jubilee special commemorative.The 2009 strike was issued as part of a 5-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,750 sales, issue limit 1,750) and a 3-coin Sovereign Proof set (666 sales, issue limit 750).
© The Royal Mint, 2009
The 2010 strike was issued as part of a 5-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,461 sales, issue limit 1,750) and a premium 3-coin Sovereign Proof set (558 sales, issue limit 750).
© The Royal Mint, 2010
The 2011 strike was issued as part of a 5-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,028 sales, issue limit 1,500), a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (issue limit 200) and a 3-coin Premium Sovereign Proof set (issue limit 750).
© The Royal Mint, 2011
The 2013 strike was issued as part of a 5-coin Sovereign Proof set (388 sales, issue limit 1,000), a 4-coin Sovereign Proof set (495 sales), a 3-coin Premium Sovereign Proof set (380 sales, issue limit 400), and in Brilliant Uncirculated as part of a strike on the day 3-coin set (124 sales) to commemorate the 60th anniversary of HM The Queen's Coronation on 2nd June.
© The Royal Mint, 2013
The 2014 strike was issued as part of a 5-coin Sovereign Proof set (375 sales, issue limit 750), a 3-coin Premium Sovereign Proof set (306 sales, issue limit 500), and in Brilliant Uncirculated to commemorate the first Birthday of Prince George.
© The Royal Mint, 2014
The 2015 4th portrait strike was issued as part of a 5-coin Sovereign Proof set (507 sales, issue limit 600), and a 3-coin Premium Sovereign Proof set (328 sales, issue limit 500)
© The Royal Mint, 2015
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, which was modified from the traditional St. George and the Dragon design, to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the accession of Henry VIII. The modified design depicts a shield with the Tudor rose, surrounded by the coat of arms of the four constituent countries of the United Kingdom. This special design was only used for the 2009 and 2010 issues of the coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 2416 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2010 | 2019 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2011 | 2149 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2013 | 1263 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2014 | 681 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2015 | 835 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; modified reverse) 2009-2015 coin.
