In 2017, The Royal Mint celebrated the life and literary legacy of Jane Austen, one of Britain’s most beloved authors, with this beautifully crafted gold proof £2 coin. Issued to mark the 200th anniversary of her death, it honours a writer whose works have captivated readers for more than two centuries.

Designed by Dominique Evans, the reverse features a graceful portrait of Jane Austen framed within a delicate pattern inspired by Regency motifs. The design reflects both elegance and strength, qualities that defined Austen’s characters and continue to shape her enduring influence on English literature.

Struck in gold to pristine proof standard, every detail has been brought to life with a deep, mirrored finish and contrasting frosted relief. The obverse carries Jody Clark’s fifth definitive portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, symbolising the reign under which this tribute was issued.

For collectors, the 2017 Jane Austen Gold Proof £2 Coin offers a rare fusion of artistic craftsmanship, literary heritage, and royal tradition. It remains a fitting celebration of a woman whose words changed the course of English storytelling.