2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Jane Austen; Gold Proof obverse
Obverse
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Jane Austen; Gold Proof reverse
Reverse
Exceptional

Exceptional: fewer than 1,000 minted.

2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Jane Austen Gold Proof (2017)

CountryUK Year2017 Denom2 Pounds Mintage440 MintRoyal Mint MetalGold (.9167) Melt £1,414.96
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CountryUnited Kingdom
Year2017
Denomination2 Pounds
Face value£2
Mintage440
MintRoyal Mint · Llantrisant
CirculationNon-circulating
CompositionGold (.9167) (917/1000 fine)
Weight15.970g · 0.4707 t oz
Diameter28.4mm
ShapeRound
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Obverse

Fifth crowned portrait of Queen Elizabeth II right, wearing the George IV State Diadem, legend around.

Reverse

Jane Austen signature over portrait in circular frame on patterned wall, legend and dates above, denomination below.

Gold content
Fine troy oz 0.4707
Melt value £1,414.96
Premium over melt £-584.96
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Gold Proof £2 market value

£830.00
Median of 2 verified FDC sales, the grade that sells most often. 3 sales across 2 grades.
Grade range £800 – £830
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Last sale 1.9 yrs ago View price history →

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Gold Proof £2 value by grade

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Grade Latest Median 30d Δ All-time range Sales (1yr) Total sales Last sale
FDC £860.00 🔒 £830.00 (2) – £800.00 – £860.00 0 2 01-12-2024
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PR-65 £800.00 🔒 £800.00 (1) – £800.00 – £800.00 0 1 01-09-2024
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About the 2017 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Jane Austen – Gold Proof

The 2017 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Jane Austen – Gold Proof is a collector 2 pounds coin, struck in 91.67% gold. It weighs 15.97g and measures 28.4mm across. Reverse design: Jane Austen signature over portrait in circular frame on patterned wall, legend and dates above, denomination below.

440 were struck.

Common questions

How much is the 2017 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Jane Austen – Gold Proof worth?

Verified sold prices for the 2017 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Jane Austen – Gold Proof run from £800 to £830 across 2 grades, taking the median for each grade. Condition makes the difference, so check the grade table above before pricing one. Its gold content is worth about £1,415 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.

How is the 2017 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Jane Austen – Gold Proof different from the circulating coin?

This is a collector version of the 2017 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II – Jane Austen, not the coin found in change. At 15.97g of 91.67% gold it is heavier than the 12g nickel circulating coin, so weighing it is the quickest check.

How do I identify the 2017 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Jane Austen – Gold Proof?

Check the weight 15.97g and diameter 28.4mm and the metal (91.67% gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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