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JRR Tolkien £2 Coin

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JRR Tolkien £2 Coin - Reverse - 2023 UK £2 Coin
Market Value
£13.00

Coin Specifications

Denomination
£2
Year
2023
Metal
Cupro-nickel
Finish
BU
Weight
12.00 g
Diameter
28.40mm
Edge
Fine milled incuse edge lettering
Product Code
UK23JTBU
Obverse
Martin Jennings
Reverse
David Lawrence

How much is the JRR Tolkien £2 Coin worth?

The current market value for the JRR Tolkien £2 Coin is estimated at £13.00. Values can vary based on condition and demand.

JRR Tolkien £2 Coin Images

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JRR Tolkien £2 Coin Packaging - 2023 UK £2 Coin Presentation Pack
Packaging
Official presentation packaging
The JRR Tolkien £2 Coin comes in official Royal Mint packaging, preserving the coin's condition and authenticity with presentation-ready display.

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Market Overview

Last Updated: 1st January 2026

The market for J.R.R. Tolkien coins is dominated by the 2023 Royal Mint £2 coin celebrating his life and legacy. Sales range from standard uncirculated versions for casual collectors to high-value silver proof and graded editions for serious numismatists. Additionally, peripheral items like themed display cases and non-currency commemorative medals show consistent demand among fans of his literary work, especially The Lord of the Rings.


2026 J.R.R. Tolkien Coin Sales Value Research Data

Coin Type Typical Price Range Key Features & Packaging
Brilliant Uncirculated (BU/BUNC) £10.00 – £24.00 Often sold in Royal Mint Sealed Packs or Blue cards.
Silver Proof £115.00 – £222.00 Limited editions or high-grade NGC PF70 certified coins.
Strike Your Own (SYO) £21.00 – £32.00 Exclusive to the Royal Mint Experience; sometimes includes VIP event cards
Standard Proof £45.00 – £80.00 Higher quality finish than BU, often sold individually or in multi-coin proof sets
Display Accessories £15.00 – £36.00 Custom perspex display cases specifically designed for the Tolkien £2 coin.

Notable Tolkien Recent Sales in 2026

  • Highest Value: A 2023 J.R.R. Tolkien Silver Proof Coin graded NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo sold for £222.26.
  • Most Common: The Brilliant Uncirculated £2 Coin in its original and sealed Royal Mint packaging, typically selling between £14 and £17.
  • Unique Variant: A "Strike Your Own" Change Checker VIP Event version fetched £29.82.