A commemorative silver coin issued by The Royal Mint in 2024 to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the James Bond film franchise. This release is part of a special series dedicated to James Bond films and specifically honors the iconic 1960s Bond movies.
Design Description
🔹 Obverse:
Features an uncrowned portrait of King Charles III facing left, designed by Martin Jennings. The inscription around the portrait reads:
"CHARLES III D·G·REX·F·D·2 POUNDS", meaning "Charles III, by the Grace of God, King, Defender of the Faith."
🔹 Reverse:
Depicts James Bond flying a microlight from the 1967 film "You Only Live Twice", set against a background of Bond film titles from the 1960s. The number "007" is also prominently displayed. The inscriptions read:
- "2024 BOND OF THE 60’s - FINE SILVER - 1 OZ 999 - 007".
Designed by Matthew Dent and Christian Davies, the reverse design perfectly captures the thrilling essence of Bond's legendary on-screen adventures.
Specifications:
🔹 Country: United Kingdom
🔹 Year of Issue: 2024
🔹 Denomination: 2 Pounds
🔹 Series: James Bond – Bond Films of the 1960s
🔹 Composition: Silver (.999 fine)
🔹 Weight: 31.21 g (1 Troy Ounce)
🔹 Diameter: 38.61 mm
🔹 Shape: Round
🔹 Edge: Reeded
🔹 Technique: Milled
🔹 Orientation: Medal alignment
🔹 Mint: The Royal Mint, Llantrisant, United Kingdom
Collectibility & Rarity
🔹 Mintage Limit: 100,000 pieces
🔹 First release in a multi-part series honoring six decades of James Bond films.
🔹 Issued in various denominations and metals, making this 1 oz silver version particularly desirable.
This James Bond 2 Pound Silver Coin is a must-have for collectors and Bond enthusiasts, combining cinematic history, precious metal value, and British numismatic excellence.
