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2013 London Underground £2 Set Piedfort Silver Proof

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UK13UPF2 2013 London Underground £2 Set Piedfort Silver Proof Obverse

UK13UPF2 2013 London Underground £2 Set Piedfort Silver Proof Roundel

UK13UPF2 2013 London Underground £2 Set Piedfort Silver Proof Train

£235.00

The Metropolitan line of the London Underground opened in 1863 to a crowd of 40,000 and became the world’s very first underground railway. It began with ventilation shafts to let out the smoke and fumes produced by steam powered locomotives, but in 1905 this line and District were converted to electricity. From the Hammersmith and City line which launched in 1864, to Jubilee line in 1979, each section of the Underground has a unique and fascinating history. There are now around 270 stations, and 250 miles of track stretching under (and sometimes over) ground through the capital. In 2013, to celebrate 150 years since the first part opened, The Royal Mint launched two commemorative coins. The Piedfort versions are presented here together, in the original presentation box, with a lovely leaflet filled with stories from the Underground’s rich history. These two coins are displayed side by side, one features the front of a train, while the other features the iconic underground roundel. The former was designed by Edward barber and Jay Osbergy and has the front of a stylised Tube train. This train was used during the twentieth century as it optimised the amount of passengers while fitting into the Tube tunnels. Around the train are the lines of tunnel walls which indicate speed and the legend ‘1863 · LONDON UNDERGROUND · 2013’. The second coin of this pair uses a similar line texture, with the Underground roundel sign in front. This first appeared in 1908, with the official typeface conceived by Edward Johnson eight years later. Today it is instantly recognisable and inspired Edwina Ellis’ design. As well as the original packaging, these double thickness coins come with the certificate of authenticity. Weighing 24.00 grams each, they are struck from .925 sterling silver with a band of fine gold plating around the rim. Just 850 sets were issued in this presentation.

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2013 London Underground Roundel £2 Piedfort Silver Proof
2013 London Underground Train £2 Piedfort Silver Proof

Specification

Each proof finish coin is 24.00 grams of .925 sterling silver with band of fine gold plating. Diameter 28.40 millimetres. Face value £2 / Two Pound.

Presentation

One of just 850 sets in this presentation. Presented in the original box with its numbered certificate of authenticity.

Condition

The images provided of this product are stock photos. The coins you receive will be from the same issue and will have the same specifications. Some modern UK coins naturally develop toning or milk spots over time and these features may be present on the coin you receive. We cannot exchange coins displaying toning or milkspots.

Steeped in more than 1,100 years of history, The Royal Mint supplies all of the United Kingdom's coinage as well as currency for nations around the world. Renown for craftsmanship and thoughtful design, The Royal Mint also produces commemorative coins, favoured by investors and collectors.

A Millennia of Minting

Founded in the reign of Alfred the Great, around the year 886, The Royal Mint was originally one of several mints which were centralised to London in 1279. For more than 800 years the Mint was based at the Tower of London before moving to Royal Mint Court where it remained until the 1960s.

The Royal Mint has always been on the forefront of economic, technical and artistic innovation. Its skilled craftsmen minted coins that would reach the far corners of the British Empire, establishing the image and reputation of Britain for all whose pockets they ended up in.

In 2010 The Royal Mint became a limited company owned by Her Majesty’s Treasury. In recent years the Mint has struck medals for the 2012 London Olympic Games and opened a visitor centre, The Royal Mint Experience, in Llantrisant, Wales: the current home of The Royal Mint.

Collecting and Investing

The Royal Mint's commemorative and bullion coins – often minted to mark important national events and anniversaries – are not intended for circulation. They might look like ordinary coins but they are generally worth much more, thanks to their scarcity, finish and composition.

Most commemorative coins produced by The Royal Mint are available in a range of striking standards including Gold Proof, Silver Proof, Brilliant Uncirculated and Bullion. Some are also available in collectors sets. Gold and Silver Proof coins are minted in small numbers, making them rare and desirable.

The Royal Mint's commemorative coins are both VAT-free and Capital Gains Tax (CGT) exempt, making them an attractive and valuable investment. Whether you are diversifying your investments or simply appreciate world-class design, commemorative coins from The Royal Mint are a great buy.

The Royal Mint at The Britannia Coin Company

The Britannia Coin Company is proud to stock official commemorative coins from The Royal Mint as well as a wide range of historic Royal Mint coinage. We offer unbeatable value on The Royal Mint coins, backed by our reputation for honesty and integrity, built over more than a decade of trading.

We're The Britannia Coin Company: offering exceptional service and unbeatable value to all who collect and invest in coins. Part of Gold-Traders (UK) Ltd, we've earned a world-class reputation over more than a decade of buying and selling currency from new issues to ancient coins.

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All Gold, Silver, Platinum and Palladium coins we sell are 100% guaranteed authentic and, where relevant, are individually certified. We're members of the British Numismatic Trade Association (BNTA) and pride ourselves on our honesty, integrity and expertise: just read some of our reviews.

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Our prices include fully insured delivery within the UK. Your purchase is covered from the moment you buy until it's in your hands. Orders are packed with care, tracked every step of the way, and require signature on receipt to ensure a safe delivery experience.

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We're based in Royal Wootton Bassett, a historic market town in beautiful Wiltshire. If the name rings a bell it's probably because you remember how the community honoured those soldiers who lost their lives in Iraq and Afghanistan. The 'Royal' in the name was granted in 2011 to recognise this.

Our new showroom – opened in 2020 – is located in the heart of Royal Wootton Bassett in a grand, old bank building. Inside you can view our stock, as well as jewellery and collectibles from several local antique dealers. Look out for the Old Bank Antiques sign and come on in.

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Call our showroom on 01793 205 007.

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23rd May 2022

After order it took only 2 days to arrive. The half sovereign proof coin is flawless and came in a luxury presentation box. So pleased. Will definitely use this service again

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28th April 2022

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28th April 2022

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26th April 2022

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22nd April 2022

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21st April 2022

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21st April 2022

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Richard Carter

20th April 2022

2013 London Underground £2 Set Piedfort Silver Proof

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Product Summary

A Millennia of Minting

Collecting and Investing

The Royal Mint at The Britannia Coin Company

Buy with Confidence

Visit our Showroom

Get in Touch

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