Coins & Silver Bullion Auction (14% Buyers Commission)

Coins & Silver Bullion Auction (14% Buyers Commission)

Catalogue

Lot 3: UK 1986 XIII Commonwealth Games Two Pound Coin McCain Oven Meals Promotional Pack

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Start price: £3

Estimated price: £5 - £15

Buyer's Premium:

A United Kingdom 1986 commemorative two-pound coin issued to mark the XIII Commonwealth Games held in Edinburgh. The coin is presented in its original yellow promotional card folder issued with the compliments of McCain Oven Meals. Struck in gold-coloured nickel-brass, the obverse features the third portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Raphael Maklouf. The reverse, designed by Norman Sillman, depicts a thistle superimposed on a St Andrew’s Cross within a laurel wreath. The card provides technical specifications and confirms the coin is legal tender.

Weight: 15.98g
Diameter: 28.40mm.


Condition report:

The coin is in brilliant uncirculated condition, exhibiting full original mint luster with no signs of wear. The yellow card packaging remains intact with some light shelf wear and minor softening to the edges consistent with age.