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The Royal Mint, 2026

2 Pounds (HMS Beagle) – United Kingdom

Non-circulating coins
Commemoration: 200th anniversary of HMS Beagle
United Kingdom
Context
Year: 2026
Currency:
Material
Diameter: 28.4 mm
Weight: 12 g
Thickness: 2.5 mm
Shape: Round
Composition: Bimetallic (Copper-nickel center, Nickel brass ring)
Technique: Milled
Alignment: Medal alignment
Obverse
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Reverse
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References
Numista: #554119
Value
Exchange value: 2 GBP = $2.70

Obverse

Description:
Uncrowned portrait of Charles III, legend surrounding.
Inscription:
CHARLES III·D·G·REX·F·D·2 POUNDS·2026 ·

MJ
Script: Latin
Designer: Martin Jennings

Reverse

Description:
HMS Beagle at sea, encircled by legend and marine creatures.
Inscription:
HMS BEAGLE

WW
Script: Latin
Designer: William Webb

Edge

Reeded with incuse lettering
Legend:
· THE VOYAGE OF THE BEAGLE

Mints

NameMark
Royal Mint

Mintings

YearMint MarkMintageQualityCollection
2026BU
2026Proof
💎 Very Rare