Issued to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria’s reign, the 1887 Gold Two Pounds is a landmark coin in British numismatic history. This example features the Jubilee Head portrait of Victoria, facing left and wearing a small imperial crown, designed by renowned engraver Sir Joseph Edgar Boehm. His initials, J.E.B., appear clearly on the truncation of the neck. The Latin legend reads VICTORIA D: G: BRITT: REG: F: D., affirming her titles as Queen and Empress.

The reverse presents Benedetto Pistrucci’s timeless design of St George slaying the dragon, a celebrated image in the sovereign series. Notably, this coin is the Tall Date variety, with a taller date inscription and larger 'B.P.' initials positioned prominently above the exergue line—features that are highly prized by collectors who value subtle die varieties.

Graded MS61 by NGC, this example retains abundant original lustre and offers pleasing detail for its age. Certified under NGC Certification Number 6134393-003, it represents a well-preserved piece of late 19th-century coinage.

The 1887 Gold Two Pounds was only the second ever issued as a currency piece, the first being struck in 1823 during the reign of George IV. Its release marked an extraordinary occasion in Britain’s royal history, making it a keystone coin for collectors of Queen Victoria’s reign, sovereign denominations, and historic royal commemoratives.