London Olympic Centenary £2 2008
London Olympic Centenary £2 2008 is a United Kingdom £2 coin struck in 2008 at the Royal Mint. 910,000 were minted. Its estimated value is £4.00, a price-guide figure from June 2025. It is rated 3/10 for rarity (uncommon).
Physical Properties
Features & Details
Is the London Olympic Centenary 2008 £2 rare?
Its circulation mintage of 910,000 is the 9th lowest of 65 circulation £2 coins in the catalogue, and 14 Florin House collectors own one.
Versions of the 2008 London Olympic Centenary £2
| Version | Finish | Variety | Mintage | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Olympic Centenary £2 2008 (this page) | Circulation | — | 910,000 | £4.00price-guide figure |
| London Olympic Centenary £2 2008 BU | BU | — | 109,044 | £16.00price-guide figure |
Other 2008 £2 coins
- Technology £2 2008 ProofMintage 36,333
- Olympics Handover £2 2008 BUMintage 47,765
- Olympic Games Beijing Handover to London £2 2008 BUMintage 57,346
- Technology £2 2008 BUMintage 79,118
- Olympics Handover £2 2008Mintage 918,000
- Olympic Games Beijing Handover to London £2 2008Mintage 918,000
- Technology £2 2008Mintage 30,107,000
About the London Olympic Centenary £2 2008
The London Olympic Centenary £2 coin, minted by the Royal Mint in 2008, commemorates the 100th anniversary of the London Olympic Games, which first took place in 1908. With a mintage of 910,000, this coin is significant not only for its historical reference to the revival of the Olympic movement in Great Britain but also for its artistic design, which features a striking image of an athlete in motion, symbolising the spirit of competition and excellence. Its circulation condition indicates wide distribution, yet it remains a meaningful addition for collectors interested in Olympic history and British coinage, representing a unique intersection of sport and national pride.
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