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Steam Locomotives Coin Cover - Gold Proof
Catalogue code
AN270
A superior souvenir commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Stockton & Darlington Railway.
The Royal Mint’s new £2 coin has been struck to a flawless Gold Proof finish using high-quality hand-finished dies.
A limited edition of 50.
A superior souvenir commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Stockton & Darlington Railway.
The Royal Mint’s new £2 coin has been struck to a flawless Gold Proof finish using high-quality hand-finished dies to remove imperfections and create a stunning sharpness of detail.
It features Locomotion No.1 with the words “The journey that changed the world” in honour of the locomotive’s first trip.
The coin is set beneath the Miniature Sheet cancelled with a special-edition coin cover postmark.
This remarkable collectible keepsake is packed with expert insights and evocative imagery.
A limited edition of only 50 individually numbered souvenirs.
Coin Specifications
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Denomination |
£2 |
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Issuing Authority |
UK |
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Alloy |
916.7 Au yellow gold inner and 916.7 Au red gold outer |
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Weight |
15.98g |
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Diameter |
28.4mm |
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Obverse Designer |
Martin Jennings |
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Reverse Designer |
William Web |
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Edge inscription |
ACTIVE. LOCOMOTION NO 1 |
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