RARE EARLY £2 Two Pound Coin 1986 Scotland Thistle Commonwealth Games This is a rare £2 Two Pound coin from 1986, featuring the Scotland Thistle design for the Commonwealth Games held in Edinburgh, Scotland, between 24 July and 2 August 1986, making it a piece of history. Graphic design by British sculptor Norman Sillman. The edge reads 'XIII COMMONWEALTH GAMES SCOTLAND'. The UK’s first commemorative Two Pound. They were semi-experimental to test public acceptability of a £2 coin, it turned out to be the only run because they were thought to be too heavy, 16g as opposed to the 12g bi-metallic coin that is now in circulation. Now this Elizabeth II 1986 £2 coin is a highly sought-after item.
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Royal mint 1986 Commonwealth games £2.00 two-pound coin in near perfect condition. Much original lustre remains. Taken from Royal mint sealed bag of unc coins. A must have for your £2 coin collection.
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1986 United Kingdom XIII Commonwealth Games Thistle Two Pound Coin £2. A commemorative coin issued by the Royal Mint to celebrate the XIII Commonwealth Games held in the United Kingdom. This £2 coin features a thistle design, symbolizing the host country's connection to the Commonwealth nations. A sought-after collector's item, this coin represents a piece of British numismatic history from the era of decimal coinage.
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1986 commonwealth games Scotland Thistle £2 pound coin Set of 3 coins Circulated Please see photos
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Rare 1986 Commonwealth Games Scotland Thistle 2 Pound Coin
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The 1986 Scottish Thistle Commemorative Commonwealth Games £2 pound coin is a collectible piece celebrating the historic sporting event. This British coin, minted in the 1980s, features a design paying homage to Scotland's iconic thistle. Encapsulated to preserve its condition, this commemorative coin is a unique addition to any coin collection, reflecting a piece of British history.
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