2016 William Shakespeare £2 Commemorative Coin – Circulated

£10.00

This circulated 2016 £2 William Shakespeare commemorative coin features a striking skull and rose design, celebrating the playwright’s 400th death anniversary. A collectible for coin enthusiasts and literature lovers.

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Own a piece of literary history with this circulated 2016 £2 coin commemorating the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s death. The reverse showcases a powerful design by David Summers – a skull intertwined with a rose, a poignant symbol representing the duality of mortality and love prevalent in Shakespeare’s works. Minted in nickel-brass, this 28.4mm, 12g coin features the Raphael Maklouf portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse. While circulated, showing signs of age and wear consistent with its history, this coin is a unique collectible for numismatists, literature lovers, and Shakespeare enthusiasts alike. A perfect addition to any coin collection, celebrating the enduring legacy of the world’s greatest playwright.