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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 current decimal coins consist of: one penny and two...
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The British decimal one penny ( 1p) coin is a unit of...
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Detailed information about the coin 2 Pence, Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; set Issue), United Kingdom, with pictures and collection and swap management: mintage, descriptions, metal, weight, size, value and other numismatic data.
- Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
- 1982-1984
- Non-circulating coin
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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.
A list of coins of the Two Pence type, showing photos - with descriptions and detailed information about each. The British decimal two pence (2p) coin - often pronounced two pee - is a unit of currency equalling two one-hundredths of a pound sterling.
Detailed information about the coin 2 Pence, Elizabeth II (4th portrait; magnetic), United Kingdom, with pictures and collection and swap management: mintage, descriptions, metal, weight, size, value and other numismatic data
