1971 UK 2 New Pence Coin BN - Elizabeth II - Vintage British Collectable v. rare

Description: 1971 UK 2 New Pence Coin BN - Elizabeth II - Vintage British Collectable v. rare Obverse (Front):Features the first portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, designed by Arnold Machin.The inscription around the portrait reads "D.G.REG.F.D.1971 ELIZABETH II", which stands for "Dei Gratia Regina Fidei Defensor," meaning "By the Grace of God, Queen, Defender of the Faith."This portrait was used on UK coins from 1968 to 1984. Reverse (Back):Displays the Badge of the Prince of Wales, which consists of three ostrich feathers emerging from a coronet.Below the feathers is a ribbon bearing the German motto "ICH DIEN", which means "I serve."The denomination "2" is shown below the badge, indicating the coin's value of 2 New Pence.The inscription "NEW PENCE" appears at the top, signifying that this coin was part of the newly introduced decimal currency in the UK in 1971. This inscription was used on the 2 New Pence coins from 1971 until 1981, after which it was changed to "TWO PENCE."Condition and AppearanceColor: This coin is in BN (Brown) color, indicating it has oxidized to a brown hue due to age and circulation.Condition:The coin shows moderate wear, especially on the high points of the design, such as Queen Elizabeth’s portrait on the obverse and the details of the feathers on the reverse.Based on visible wear, the condition appears to be Fine (F) to Very Fine (VF), with smoothing on the portrait and feathers, suggesting it has been circulated.Additional NotesCirculation Status: This coin is circulated, as evidenced by wear on the high points and toning.Historical Context: The 1971 UK 2 New Pence coin was among the first issued after the UK transitioned to a decimal currency system. The "NEW PENCE" inscription on these early decimal coins was intended to distinguish them from the old pre-decimal pence.KM NumberKM#: 916, as cataloged in the Krause-Mishler (KM) standard reference for world coins.CollectabilityVariety: The "NEW PENCE" variety was unique to early issues of this denomination and makes the coin recognizable for its role in the UK’s decimalization history.Desirability: While circulated examples like this are common and not highly valuable, it’s an interesting collectible for those interested in British currency or the history of decimalization.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Have a great business with ABBOTTBRANDS

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