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1887 Queen Victoria 2 Pounds

The 1887 Queen Victoria 2 Pounds is a business-strike issue from the United Kingdom. This is the first year of issue for the Queen Victoria 2 Pounds series. composed of gold (.9167) (15.98 g).

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1887 Queen Victoria 2 Pounds

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The 1887 Queen Victoria 2 Pounds coin, engraved by Joseph Edgar Boehm, and made of gold (.9167). Weighing 15.98 grams, with a diameter of 28.4 mm, and a thickness of 2 mm, and featuring a reeded edge.

The obverse is crowned and veiled bust ('jubilee head') of queen victoria left, legend around. It reads "VICTORIA D:G: BRITT: REG:F:D:". The reverse is st. george slaying the dragon right, date in exergue. It reads "1887 B.P.".

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Specifications

Type
Standard circulation coin
Composition
Gold (.9167)
Weight
15.98 g
Diameter
28.4 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Edge
Reeded
Designer
Joseph Edgar Boehm
Currency
Pound sterling (1158-1970)

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Other 1887 Queen Victoria 2 Pounds variants
  • 1887 Proof
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 1887 Queen Victoria 2 Pounds made of?
The 1887 Queen Victoria 2 Pounds is made of gold (.9167), weighs 15.98 grams, and measures 28.4 mm in diameter.
How many people collect the 1887 Queen Victoria 2 Pounds?
29 LuckyCoin collectors currently track the 1887 Queen Victoria 2 Pounds in their collection.