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A 2009 United Kingdom two pound coin commemorating the 250th anniversary of the birth of Robert Burns, issued by The Royal Mint in a Celebration Pack. The bi-metallic coin is struck with a copper-nickel inner disc and a nickel-brass outer ring. The obverse shows the fourth coinage portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley with the legend ELIZABETH II D G REG FID DEF. The reverse features a design of stylized handwriting depicting lyrics from Auld Lang Syne, inscribed 1759 ROBERT BURNS 1796 and TWO POUNDS. The edge bears the incuse inscription SHOULD AULD ACQUAINTANCE BE FORGOT. The coin is housed in its original illustrated presentation folder containing technical specifications. This specific celebration pack was issued with a product limit of 20,000 units.
Weight: 12.00g
Diameter: 28.40mm.
Condition report:
Brilliant uncirculated as issued. The coin retains full original mint lustre. The card presentation folder exhibits minor shelf wear and light corner scuffing.
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