1998 British Two Pound Coin - Bi-Metallic Design & Historical Significance #3497105 (License: Personal Use)

This 1998 UK two-pound coin is a bi-metallic piece composed of a nickel-brass outer ring and a cupro-nickel inner disc. Its reverse design, created by Bruce Rushin, symbolizes Britain’s technological advancement and maritime heritage through interlocking gears and stylized waves. The coin was part of the first series of circulating £2 coins introduced in 1997, replacing earlier commemorative issues.

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