If you find one, don’t spend it on coffee. A decent 1914 proof can sell for £15,000. A perfect one? Over £50,000. That’s a house deposit in a coin.
£2 coin Rare 2 Pound Coin, The First World War mintingError 1914-1918
But the real fun is the story. This coin survived the Somme. It saw the rise of tanks. It was there when the war ended in 1918. It’s a silent witness to history.
And let’s be real. Holding a gold coin that a soldier maybe kissed goodbye is weirdly emotional. It’s a tangible connection to a time before Snapchat.
How to Spot One
First, check the size. It’s 28.4mm across. That’s the same as a modern £2 coin, but thicker. Next, look for the date between 1914 and 1917. Those are the only war years.
No date after 1917 exists for circulation. The government stopped in 1918. Only a few pattern coins were made. Those are the holy grail. They’re worth a Ferrari.
Finally, flip it over. If the knight looks like he’s having a bad hair day, it’s probably real. But don’t trust a photo. Take it to a dealer. They have magnifying glasses and excitement.
