Steam Locomotive £2 2004 – Circulated Coin

Steam Locomotive £2 2004 – Circulated Coin

The Steam Locomotive £2 2004 commemorates the 200th anniversary of Richard Trevithick’s groundbreaking invention. This circulated coin celebrates a pivotal moment in industrial history when the first steam locomotive made its historic journey in South Wales in 1804.

About This Design

The reverse design by Royal Mint engraver Robert Lowe features a detailed representation of Trevithick’s 1804 Penydarren locomotive. The words “Two Pounds” appear above the image inside a cog wheel, with “R. Trevithick 1804 Invention Industry Progress 2004” as a circumscription, highlighting the technological advancement that revolutionized transportation and industry.

Specifications

• Issued: 2004
• Diameter: 28.4mm
• Weight: 12.0g
• Thickness: 2.5mm
• Composition: Outer: Nickel-brass (76% copper, 4% nickel, 20% zinc), Inner: Cupro-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel)
• Obverse Designer: Ian Rank-Broadley
• Reverse Designer: Robert Lowe
• Edge: Milled
• Edge Inscription: An incuse railway line motif
• Mintage: 5,004,500

This coin will arrive in circulated condition. Minted by The Royal Mint, this £2 coin represents an important piece of British engineering heritage.

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.