Discovery of DNA Double Helix £2 2003 BU
Discovery of DNA Double Helix £2 2003 BU is a United Kingdom £2 coin struck in 2003 at the Royal Mint. 149,354 were minted. Its estimated value is £8.00, a price-guide figure from June 2025. It is rated 4/10 for rarity (uncommon).
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Is the Discovery of DNA Double Helix 2003 £2 rare?
Its BU mintage of 149,354 is the 84th lowest of 93 BU £2 coins in the catalogue.
Versions of the 2003 Discovery of DNA Double Helix £2
| Version | Finish | Variety | Mintage | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discovery of DNA Double Helix £2 2003 | Circulation | — | 4,299,000 | £2.00price-guide figure |
| Discovery of DNA Double Helix £2 2003 BU (this page) | BU | — | 149,354 | £8.00price-guide figure |
Other 2003 £2 coins
- Technology £2 2003 ProofMintage 43,513
- Technology £2 2003 BUMintage 112,999
- Technology £2 2003Mintage 17,531,250
About the Discovery of DNA Double Helix £2 2003 BU
The Discovery of DNA Double Helix £2 coin, issued in 2003 by the Royal Mint, commemorates one of the most significant scientific breakthroughs of the 20th century—the elucidation of DNA's double helix structure by James Watson and Francis Crick in 1953. Struck in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, this coin features a striking design that symbolises the DNA double helix, capturing the essence of genetic science. The coin not only serves as a tribute to the pioneers of molecular biology but also highlights the importance of genetic research in contemporary society, ensuring its place in the hearts of numismatists and science enthusiasts alike.
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