2025 £2 350 Years of the Royal Observatory, Greenwich Silver Proof Coin
$203.95
Pre-order - Expected approx. 19 June 2025
- Limited Edition 1500
- Celebrate the 350th anniversary of the Royal Observatory, Greenwich, with this UK £2 coin
- Features a stunning and intricate reverse design by Henry Gray
- The reverse depicts several scientific elements that have contributed to some of the historic discoveries made by the Royal Observatory
- Includes the edge inscription ‘PERFECTING THE ART OF NAVIGATION’, taken from the Royal Warrant signed by Charles II in March 1675
- Comes with packaging exploring the story of the Royal Observatory and some of its historic achievements
In 1675, the Royal Observatory became the first state-funded, purpose-built scientific institution in Britain, dedicated to improving sea navigation, cartography and timekeeping. The Royal Observatory is the historic source of the Prime Meridian of the World, 0° longitude, which marks the divide between the eastern and western hemispheres.
(70812)
| SKU | 70812 |
| Brand | Royal Mint |
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