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2014 100th Anniversary of the First World War Outbreak Two Pound Coin
This limited edition presentation of only 5,000 coins is accompanied by a specially designed booklet that tells the story of the efficient campaign led by Lord Kitchener. His steely gaze features on the arresting reverse of this handsome coin. Every detail of John Bergdahl’s design is enhanced beautifully by sterling silver and The Royal Mint’s unrivaled Proof finish. A fitting reminder of those who played their part and will never be forgotten.
As the centenary of the outbreak of the First World War approaches, The Royal Mint begins a five-year program of commemoration with an official £2 coin that recalls the now famous ‘Your country needs you’ image of Lord Kitchener. Though many posters encouraged the men of Britain to enlist, the image of Kitchener himself has come to stand for Kitchener’s call for men to fight for King and country, a campaign that saw men respond in their thousands.
It is to this instantly recognizable image that the experienced artist John Bergdahl turned to create his stirring reverse design. The Outbreak 2014 UK £2 Silver Proof Coin is presented in a Royal Mint display case wi
2014 100th Anniversary of the First World War Outbreak Two Pound Coin
Obverse
The fourth of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Ian Rank Broadley, FRBS, FSNAD, whose initials IRB appear under the head, as used on all British coins from 1998.
The legend (inscription) reads:
ELIZABETH II D G REG FID DEF
TWO POUNDS
Reverse
The reverse features the image of British Secretary of War, Lord Kitchener, pointing.
The legend (inscription) reads:
THE FIRST WORLD WAR 1914-1918
YOUR COUNTRY NEEDS YOU
2014
Specifications
| Version | Diameter | Weight | Issue Limit |
| Uncirculated in Folder | 28.40 | 12.00 | |
| Silver Proof | 28.40 | 12.00 | 12,000 |
| Piedfort Silver Proof | 28.40 | 24.00 | 2,000 |
| Gold Proof | 28.40 | 15.97 | 1,200 |
- Ordinary circulation version, which should be available from banks and post offices during the year.
- Specimen version, issued in Royal Mint folder. This has a superior finish compared with the ordinary coins, so will be preferred by most collectors. the folders are also very attractive and informative, and make interesting and unusual gifts.
- Silver Proof version, with the outer part gold plated.
- Piedfort proof version, similar but made do
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£2 Coins » First World War Centenary
UK 2014 First World War Centenary £2 Coin
Two pound coin struck to mark the 100th Anniversary of the Outbreak of the First World WarFirst World War Centenary £2 Coin Coin Rarity / Mintage
Circulation Mintage: 5,720,000
BU Mintage: 64,712
The First World War Centenary £2 Coin can be found in your change: 5,720,000 coins dated 2014 were struck to enter circulation.
This two pound coin was available to purchase in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) quality from release date: 27 November 2013. Total BU Mintage figures include 40,357 coins in First World War Centenary Royal Mint packs and 24,355 sold in other packaging such as sets / cards (official distributors).
Coin Value - How much is my First World War Centenary £2 coin worth?
The circulation (CIRC) £2 is worth it's Face Value (FV) of two pound. The Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) First World War Centenary £2 Coin was available from £10.00 on issue, in as new condition this BU £2 coin is worth about £14.50.
First World War Centenary (Error: Mule) £2 Coin Coin Rarity / Mintage
Circulation Mintage: Unknown (Estimate: 100)
BU Mintage: 0
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UK 2016 First World War Centenary Army £2 Coin
Two pound coin struck to mark the 100th Anniversary of the First World War and commemorate the sacrifice of Army personnelCoin Rarity / Mintage
Circulation Mintage: 9,550,000
BU Mintage: 50,047
The First World War Centenary Army £2 Coin can be found in your change: 9,550,000 coins dated 2016 were struck to enter circulation.
This two pound coin was available to purchase in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) quality from release date: 06 November 2015. Total BU Mintage figures include 19,066 coins in First World War Centenary Army Royal Mint packs and 30,981 sold in other packaging such as sets / cards (official distributors).
Coin Value - How much is my First World War Centenary Army £2 coin worth?
The circulation (CIRC) £2 is worth it's Face Value (FV) of two pound. The Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) First World War Centenary Army £2 Coin was available from £8.99 on issue, in as new condition this BU £2 coin is worth about £7.50.
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