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1996 £2 European Championship Proof · PF70 Ultra Cameo
Struck by The Royal Mint to celebrate the UEFA Euro 1996 tournament hosted in England, this limited edition £2 gold proof coin is a lasting tribute to one of football’s most memorable championships. Read more
- Fine gold
- 14.65g
- Weight
- 15.98g
- Mint
- The Royal Mint
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This coin is certified and sealed by its grading service. We never open a holder, so the grade on the label is the grade you receive.
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About this coin
Struck by The Royal Mint to celebrate the UEFA Euro 1996 tournament hosted in England, this limited edition £2 gold proof coin is a lasting tribute to one of football’s most memorable championships. The reverse design by John Mills features a stylised football formed by sixteen rings surrounding the date 1996, representing the sixteen competing nations, with the edge inscription TENTH EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP.
The obverse bears the third portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Raphael Maklouf. Produced in solid 22 carat gold to a flawless proof finish, the coin weighs 15.98 grams and is the same diameter as the standard £2. Although the certificate states a presentation of 17,500, only 2,098 coins were actually issued, making it a highly sought after release.
Specifications
- Year
- 1996
- Denomination
- Double Sovereign
- Metal
- 22 carat gold
- Weight
- 15.98g
- Fine Gold Content
- 14.65g
- Mint
- The Royal Mint
- Grade
- PF70 Ultra Cameo
What the grade means
PF70 Ultra Cameo places this coin at the top of the 70 point proof scale used by NGC and PCGS, awarded only where no flaw is visible under five times magnification. Ultra Cameo records the strongest contrast the service recognises between frosted raised design and mirror field. How grading works
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1996 £2 European Championship Proof · PF70 Ultra Cameo
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This coin is certified and sealed by its grading service. We never open a holder, so the grade on the label is the grade you receive.
UK legal tender coins from the Royal Mint are currently exempt from Capital Gains Tax for UK residents. Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may change.
Delivery and returns
Delivery within the United Kingdom is free and fully insured, and the coin travels sealed in its holder. Carrier, dispatch times and the returns position are on the delivery page.
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