Lot 157: UK 2014 and 2016 Elizabeth II Silver £20 Coins, Pair
This lot comprises two UK commemorative coins struck in .999 fine silver, each issued with a face value of £20 and a Brilliant Uncirculated finish. The first coin, dated 2014, features the Outbreak of the First World War reverse design and is inscribed THE FIRST WORLD WAR 1914 1918 2014. The second coin, dated 2016, commemorates the 90th birthday of Queen Elizabeth II. The obverse displays the Jody Clark fifth coinage portrait with the legend ELIZABETH II · D · G · REG · F · D · 20 POUNDS · 2016, while the reverse features the commemorative 90th Birthday design by Christopher Hobbs. Both coins are presented in their original The Royal Mint card packs, which feature the manufacturer crest and name. The 2016 reverse card specifies the alloy as 999 Ag, weight as 15.71g, and diameter as 27.00mm. The pack also bears a printed barcode reading 5 026177 353508 and the product code UK1620QU.
Weight: 15.71g (each)
Diameter: 27.00mm.
Condition report:
The coins are in brilliant uncirculated condition with no visible signs of wear or handling. The 2016 obverse (photo 1) retains full original mint lustre with clean fields. The 2014 reverse (photo 2) shows sharp details and an absence of contact marks. Both items are housed in their original printed card presentation packs within clear protective plastic sleeves.
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