2 New Pence
British 2 New Pence
United Kingdom · 1979
A British decimal bronze coin featuring the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse and the Prince of Wales's feathers on the reverse.
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Year
- 1979
- Denomination
- 2 New Pence
- Metal
- Bronze (97% copper, 0.5% tin, 2.5% zinc)
- Grade
- Fine to Very Fine
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Overview
A British decimal bronze coin featuring the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse and the Prince of Wales's feathers on the reverse.
Historical significance
Issued during the decimalization era of British currency following 1971, this coin represents the transition period where the denomination was explicitly labeled 'NEW PENCE' before changing to 'TWO PENCE' in 1982.
Obverse (front)
Second crowned portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara, surrounded by the legend 'ELIZABETH II D G REG F D 1979'.
Reverse (back)
The Prince of Wales's feathers, being a plume of three ostrich feathers rising from a coronet, with the German motto 'ICH DIEN' on a ribbon below, the numeral '2' below that, and the legend 'NEW PENCE' arching above.
Estimated value
$0.10 - $0.50 in circulated condition
What drives this coin's value
Condition, presence of original mint red luster, and rare mint errors
Grade assessment
Fine to Very Fine
Mintage & rarity
High mintage, extremely common
Authenticity & counterfeit red flags
Due to low face value and high mintage, counterfeiting is virtually nonexistent. Standard weight and non-magnetic bronze composition are key checks.
Notable varieties & errors
Occasional minor die cracks or rotational errors, though most circulated specimens carry face value only.
Similar coins
Post-1982 British 2 Pence coins which read 'TWO PENCE' instead of 'NEW PENCE'.
Care & preservation
Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive materials to preserve the original bronze luster and value.
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