This proof gold £2 coin, dated 2019, marks the 350th Anniversary of Samuel Pepys’ Last Diary Entry. Samuel Pepys’ diary starts in 1660 and gives us an insight into his life and the nation of Britain across nine years. Some of the notable entries include the beginning of the Great Plague in London, this began in spring 1665 and lasted until summer 1666 and took the lives of around 100,000 people. In September 1666, the Great Fire of London started, spanning across four days and nights. Pepys made his last diary entry on 31 May 1669. The inscription on the edge of the coin reads ‘the good God prepare me’, which was included in the last entry after he feared he was losing his sight. The reverse of the coin features Pepys’ shorthand diary and quill. The obverse of the coin features the portrait of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The coin comes in a plastic capsule, along with an informative booklet, certificate of authenticity and original Royal Mint boxes.
This proof gold £2 coin, dated 2019, marks the 350th Anniversary of Samuel Pepys’ Last Diary Entry. Samuel Pepys’ diary starts in 1660 and gives us an insight into his life and the nation of Britain across nine years. Some of the notable entries include the beginning of the Great Plague in London, this began in spring 1665 and lasted until summer 1666 and took the lives of around 100,000 people. In September 1666, the Great Fire of London started, spanning across four days and nights. Pepys made his last diary entry on 31 May 1669. The inscription on the edge of the coin reads ‘the good God prepare me’, which was included in the last entry after he feared he was losing his sight. The reverse of the coin features Pepys’ shorthand diary and quill. The obverse of the coin features the portrait of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The coin comes in a plastic capsule, along with an informative booklet, certificate of authenticity and original Royal Mint boxes.
These coins benefit from being Capital Gains Tax (CGT) Free and VAT free. All UK gold and silver bullion coins manufactured by the Royal Mint are legal tender and are exempt from Capital Gains Tax.
All of our proof gold coins and sets are verified for authenticity by our experienced team. Any coins that fall short of our quality standards are not re-sold. As members of the BNTA we ensure that our reputation as a reputable dealer of gold and silver coins and bars is upheld, whether a purchase is for our “best price” or brand new coins. Our range of proof £2 coins can be found here.
Mint: The Royal Mint
Finish: Proof
Physical weight: 15.97g
Gold weight: 14.628g or 0.4703troy oz
Diameter: 28.40mm
Purity: 22ct (0.916)
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