The 2020 Gold Proof Two Pound Coin Captain CookThe last of the three coins commemorating the legacy of Captain James Cook, one of Britain's most famous explorers. The 3-coin set (with 2018, 2019) fit together to create a map of Cook's great voyages.
This is the gold proof coin with Inner coin as 22 carat yellow gold and Outer ring as 22 carat red gold. The coin has been minted in silver and standard Cupro-nickel/Nickel-brass as well.
The Reverse, by Gary Breeze, shows another piece of this historic jigsaw.
Edge has an Inscription: "OCEANI INVESTIGATOR ACERRIMVS" meaning "The most intrepid investigator of the seas".
The Obverse shows a portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark.Image Credit: The Royal Mint.
Mintage: 350 (may include coins in sets)
Minted at The Royal Mint
Minted in 2020. See Coins and Events of 2020
Monarch/Ruler: Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Category: Gold £2. See more Gold £2 coins
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Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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