Shakespeare Tragedies £2 2016
Shakespeare Tragedies £2 2016 is a United Kingdom £2 coin struck in 2016 at the Royal Mint. 4,615,000 were minted. Its estimated value is £2.50, a price-guide figure from June 2025. It is rated 3/10 for rarity (uncommon).
Physical Properties
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Is the Shakespeare Tragedies 2016 £2 rare?
Its circulation mintage of 4,615,000 is the 32nd lowest of 65 circulation £2 coins in the catalogue, and 24 Florin House collectors own one.
Versions of the 2016 Shakespeare Tragedies £2
| Version | Finish | Variety | Mintage | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shakespeare Tragedies £2 2016 (this page) | Circulation | — | 4,615,000 | £2.50price-guide figure |
| Shakespeare Tragedies £2 2016 BU | BU | — | 60,807 | £8.00price-guide figure |
Other 2016 £2 coins
- Britannia £2 2016 BUMintage 38,502
- First World War Centenary Army £2 2016 BUMintage 50,047
- Shakespeare Comedies £2 2016 BUMintage 57,807
- Great Fire of London £2 2016 BUMintage 59,382
- Shakespeare Histories £2 2016 BUMintage 60,648
- Great Fire of London £2 2016Mintage 1,625,000
- Britannia £2 2016Mintage 2,925,000
- Shakespeare Comedies £2 2016Mintage 4,355,000
About the Shakespeare Tragedies £2 2016
The 2016 £2 Shakespeare Tragedies coin is a notable piece in the United Kingdom's coinage, celebrating the literary genius of William Shakespeare and his profound impact on English literature. This coin is part of a series that honours Shakespeare's legacy, specifically focusing on his tragic works, which have captivated audiences for centuries. Designed by the Royal Mint, the reverse features a striking depiction of the iconic skull symbolising mortality and the darker themes prevalent in Shakespeare's tragedies, while the obverse showcases the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II.
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