Danh mục
| Đơn vị phát hành | Saint Helena and Ascension |
|---|---|
| Năm | 1990 |
| Loại | Non-circulating coin |
| Mệnh giá | 2 Pounds |
| Tiền tệ | Pound (1976-date) |
| Chất liệu | Copper-nickel |
| Trọng lượng | 28.28 g |
| Đường kính | 38.61 mm |
| Độ dày | |
| Hình dạng | Round |
| Kỹ thuật | Milled |
| Hướng | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Nghệ nhân khắc | Raphael David Maklouf |
| Lưu hành đến | |
| Tài liệu tham khảo | KM#11, Schön#11 |
| Mô tả mặt trước | Upright effigy of Queen Elizabeth II surrounded by the inscription `ELIZABETH II ST. HELENA ASCENSION` and the face value `2 POUNDS`. Below the effigy the initials `RDM` of the engraver Raphael David Maklouf. |
|---|---|
| Chữ viết mặt trước | Latin |
| Chữ khắc mặt trước | ELIZABETH II ST.HELENA + ASCENSION RDM 2 POUNDS |
| Mô tả mặt sau | |
| Chữ viết mặt sau | Latin |
| Chữ khắc mặt sau | QUEEN ELIZABETH THE QUEEN MOTHER EE 1900 1990 |
| Cạnh | Milled |
| Xưởng đúc | |
| Số lượng đúc |
ND (1990) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 1205371990 |
| Thông tin bổ sung |
Historical Context: Issued in 1990 by Saint Helena and Ascension, this 2 Pounds copper-nickel coin commemorates the 90th birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother. As a British Overseas Territory, this issue underscores its strong connection to the British Royal Family. The Queen Mother, a symbol of continuity and resilience, served as Queen Consort from 1936 to 1952 and remained a beloved, prominent public figure throughout the late 20th century, making this a significant commemorative.
Artistry: The obverse features the third definitive portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Raphael Maklouf, depicting Her Majesty wearing the Royal Diadem, known for its softer realism. The reverse, designed by Leslie Durbin, presents a dignified and warm portrait of the Queen Mother, capturing her characteristic smile and regal bearing. This stylistic approach aligns with traditional British numismatic portraiture, emphasizing clarity, recognition, and enduring grace, typical of commemorative issues of this era.
Technical/Grading: Struck in copper-nickel, this 38.61mm coin generally exhibits good strike qualities. Key high-points for grading the obverse include Queen Elizabeth II's hair and diadem details. On the reverse, the Queen Mother's hair, the definition of her facial features—especially eyes and mouth—and attire folds are critical for full strike and wear assessment. Collectors should seek strong luster and minimal bag marks on the fields, common for base metal issues of this type.