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The British decimal two pence coin (often shortened to 2p in writing and speech) is a denomination of sterling coinage equalling 100 of a pound. Since the coin's introduction on 15 February 1971, the year British currency was decimalised, its obverse has featured four profiles of Queen Elizabeth II. [1]
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The British decimal two pence coin (often shortened to 2p in writing and speech) is a denomination of sterling coinage equalling 2⁄100 of a pound. Since the coin's introduction on 15 February 1971, the year British currency was decimalised, its obverse has featured four profiles of Queen Elizabeth II. [1] .
Background Information. The United Kingdom 2p coin was introduced on 15th February 1971, with the creation of a new decimal currency system. The other two coins issued at this time were the 1/2p and 1p coins. To avoid confusion between the old and new coinage, all three coins had the word 'NEW' incorporated into the reverse design.
Edge. Plain. Mint. Royal Mint, Llantrisant, United Kingdom (1968-date) Comments. In 1982, 11 years after Decimalisation Day on 15th February 1971, the word 'NEW' was removed from the denomination on the reverse, so the legend now reads 'TWO PENCE'.
Features. Obverse. Fourth crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II right, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara, legend around. Script: Latin. Lettering: ELIZABETH·II·D·G REG·F·D·2006. IRB. Unabridged legend: Elizabeth II Dei Gratia Regina Fidei Defensatrix.
