United Kingdom · Elizabeth II (1952–2022)
United Kingdom Twopence, Welsh Plumes — Elizabeth II, Silver Proof (2000–2008)
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About this coin
A sterling-silver collector version of the feathers twopence.
Obverse
Elizabeth II faces right wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara.
Script: Latin
Lettering
ELIZABETH II D G REG F D 2000
IRB
Translation
Elizabeth II, by the grace of God, Queen, Defender of the Faith.
Reverse
Three ostrich feathers rise through a coronet above 2; the motto lies across the badge.
Script: Latin
Lettering
TWO PENCE
ICH DIEN
2
Translation
I serve.
Mints and mintmarks
Royal Mint, Llantrisant, Wales.
Engraver and mintmaster marks
IRB: portrait designer’s initials. No mintmark.
Identification and varieties
Recorded in 2000, 2006 and 2008. Collection limits of 15,000, 8,000 and 10,000 are distinct from final production totals.
Measurements
Dimensions are nominal; individual coins may vary.
Years, mintmarks and variants
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| Year | Mint | Mintmark | Variant | Mintage | Notes | Find this issue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Llantrisant | None | Proof | 13180 | ||
| 2006 | Llantrisant | None | Proof | Issue limit: 8,000; final output not established. | ||
| 2008 | Llantrisant | None | Proof | 8168 |
2000Proof
Mintage 13180
2006Proof
Issue limit: 8,000; final output not established.
2008Proof
Mintage 8168