London Olympic Centenary £2 Coin BU

A Century of Excellence: The 1908 London Olympics

The modern Olympic movement began with a vision. In 1896, Baron Pierre de Coubertin revived the ancient games in Athens, dreaming of a world united through friendly competition and the pursuit of personal excellence. What began as a bold vision has since evolved into the world’s most celebrated sporting spectacle.

The Commemorative £2 Design

To mark the Centenary of the 1908 Games, The Royal Mint issued this commemorative £2 coin. Created by renowned engraver Thomas T. Docherty, the design captures the essence of the track and field events that define the Olympic spirit.

• 🏅 The Reverse: Features a stylized running track, with the historic date '1908' positioned prominently within the lanes.
• 🏅 The Inscription: The words "LONDON OLYMPIC CENTENARY" encircle the design, framing the central motif.
• 🏅 Edge Lettering: The coin’s edge bears the unique inscription "THE 4TH OLYMPIAD LONDON", a direct tribute to Britain's first Olympic milestone.

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