In 1689, Prince William and Mary accepted the Declaration of Rights before ascending the throne, marking a pivotal moment in British history by shifting power from the Crown to Parliament. This event laid the foundation for constitutional monarchy and parliamentary sovereignty.
To commemorate its 300th anniversary, a £2 coin was issued in 1989. Two versions were released: the English version features the Crown of St. Edward with the inscription "Tercentenary of the Bill of Rights," while the Scottish version highlights the Crown of Scotland with a similar inscription.
*Image is representative of the coin you will receive
**Struck for general circulation and subsequently acquired by The Royal Mint from the secondary market.
Specification
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Denomination | £2 |
| Alloy | Nickel Brass |
| Weight | 15.97 g |
| Diameter | 28.40mm |
| Reverse Designer | John Lobban |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Obverse Designer | Raphael Maklouf |
| Quality | Circulating |
| Year | 1989 |