1995 Elizabeth II 'The 50th Anniversary of the Founding of the United Nations' £2 Coin
Price: £30.00
Product code: HIS95UN2
- Struck in 1995 to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Founding of the United Nations
- The reverse, designed by Michael Rizzello shows the 50th anniversary emblem of the United Nations surrounded by a radiating pattern of national flags
- The obverse features the third portrait of Elizabeth II by Raphael Maklouf
- Presented in sleek, premium packaging featuring The Royal Mint’s logo
- Serves as a meaningful gift or the perfect gateway into coin collecting
- Certified authenticity by The Royal Mint
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The United Nations was founded in 1945 in the aftermath of World War II to promote global peace, security, and social progress. Over the decades, it has worked to resolve conflicts peacefully and address issues such as poverty, hunger, and disease worldwide. In 1995, a commemorative £2 coin was issued to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the UN's establishment. The reverse design, created by Michael Rizzello, features the UN emblem surrounded by a collection of national flags radiating outward, alongside the inscription "NATIONS UNITED FOR PEACE. 1945-1995."
*Image is representative of the coin you will receive
**Struck for general circulation and subsequently acquired by The Royal Mint from the secondary market.
Specification
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Denomination | £2 |
| Alloy | Nickel Brass |
| Weight | 15.97 g |
| Diameter | 28.40mm |
| Reverse Designer | Michael Rizzello |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Obverse Designer | Raphael Maklouf |
| Edge Inscription | NATIONS UNITED FOR PEACE, 1945-1995 |
| Quality | Circulating |
| Year | 1995 |
