In 2008 to celebrate the London Olympic Games Handover from Beijing to London, the Royal Mint released a very Limited Issue Handover £2 Two Pound Gold and Silver Proof 2 Coin Set.
The reverse designed by Royal Mint Engraver, Thomas T Docherty depicts a running track as the central image and the anniversary date of 1908 and bears the Olympic Flag and London 2012 logo. Surrounding the central design are the words Beijing 2008 and London 2012 along its outer ring, set against a backdrop of lines reminiscent of an athletic track.
The obverse of both coins feature the stunning portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank Broadley. These legal tender coins have been struck to proof quality using specially prepared dies and highly polished blanks.
Limited Issue Presentation of 250 Sets Worldwide
Finished to Royal Mints Proof Standard
£2 Two Pound Gold and Silver Proof 2 Coin Set
Celebrating the London Olympic Games Handover from Beijing to London
