Charles Dickens 2 Pound Coin
The value of the Charles Dickens £2 coin is often elaborated on online market places such as eBay as seen here the £2 coin is listed for £3,500. Credit: eBay But before you get too excited and consider putting your Charles Dickens up for sale, let’s take a look at what these ‘errors’ really mean. In 1994 a review of current coinage was carried out and it was agreed there was a need for a £2 coin. This was first released in 1998. It is larger than other coins in circulation and is bi-metallic. The coin also has an inscription around the outside, which changes when it is used for commemorative purposes. About Charles Dickens. The Charles Dickens £2 was issued in 2012 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Dickens’ birth, a famous English writer who wrote many books such as A Christmas Carol and Oliver Twist. The design of the Charles Dickens £2 coin features a silhouette of Dickens which is created by titles of his famous book. FIVE Brand New £2 coins mark the 150th Anniversary of Charles Dickens £49.95 More details Limited Availability: Own the Complete Full Colour Charles Dickens £2 Collection £350.00 More details Incredibly SCARCE Charles Dickens 150th Anniversary £2 Issued £75.00 More details. Detailed information about the coin 2 Pounds, Elizabeth II (4th portrait; Charles Dickens), United Kingdom, with pictures and collection and swap management: mintage, descriptions, metal, weight, size, value and other numismatic data.
Description
Year Issued: 2012
Charles Dickens 2 Pound Coin Mint Error
Charles Dickens 2 Pound Coin Value
Mintage: 8,190,000
Estimated Value: £3.02
The Charles Dickens £2 was issued in 2012 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Dickens’ birth, a famous English writer who wrote many books such as A Christmas Carol and Oliver Twist.
The design of the Charles Dickens £2 coin features a silhouette of Dickens which is created by titles of his famous book. Around the side there is an inscription ‘1812 Charles Dickens 1870’ which represents his life.
Charles Dickens 2 Pound Coin Value
The fact that the coin has a mintage of over 8 million does mean that it is not particularly rare, but many people are fond of Dickens and his stories which means it can still sell for above face value to the right buyer.