First World War Centenary £2 2014 – Circulated Coin

First World War Centenary £2 2014 – Circulated Coin

The First World War Centenary £2 2014 arrives in circulated condition. This significant piece marks the centenary of the outbreak of the First World War and represents the first in a five-year series chronicling the journey from outbreak to armistice.

Design and Historical Significance

This commemorative coin features a powerful design by experienced coinage artist John Bergdahl, depicting Lord Kitchener’s iconic image that became synonymous with the recruitment campaign. In 1914, Lord Kitchener masterminded one of Britain’s largest volunteer army recruitment efforts, creating a call to fight for ‘King and Country’ that resonated with thousands.

Specifications

• Issue Year: 2014
• Diameter: 28.4mm
• Weight: 12.0g
• Thickness: 2.5mm
• Mintage: 5,720,000

Composition

The coin features a bi-metallic composition with an outer ring of nickel-brass (76% copper, 4% nickel, 20% zinc) and an inner section of cupro-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel).

Design Credits

Obverse Designer: Ian Rank-Broadley FRBS

Reverse Designer: John Bergdahl

Edge Details

Edge: Milled

Edge Inscription: “The lamps are going out all over Europe”

Produced by The Royal Mint, this coin represents an important historical commemoration of one of Britain’s most significant moments in history.

Circulation Condition

As a circulated coin, this piece has been in public circulation and will show signs of normal wear and handling consistent with its age and circulation history. These marks are part of the coin’s character and history. The condition is typical for a circulated example of this issue.