2001 Wireless Bridges The Atlantic Marconi 1901 Silver Proof £2 Coin
£26.00
The 2001 Wireless Bridges the Atlantic Marconi 1901 Silver Proof £2 Coin is a stunning commemorative issue from The Royal Mint, celebrating the 100th anniversary of Guglielmo Marconi’s first successful transatlantic wireless communication. This historic achievement revolutionised global communications and paved the way for the development of modern radio, television and wireless technology.
The reverse design, created by Robert Evans, features a striking depiction of radio waves spanning the Atlantic Ocean, symbolising the transmission of the first wireless signal between Poldhu, Cornwall, and Signal Hill, Newfoundland, in 1901. The intricate design captures the innovation and scientific significance of Marconi’s pioneering work.
The obverse bears the fourth definitive portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley, introduced in 1998. Struck in .925 sterling silver to the highest Proof standard, the coin displays beautifully mirrored fields and frosted design elements, showcasing the exceptional quality and craftsmanship of The Royal Mint.
Presented in its original Royal Mint presentation case and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (where included), this silver proof £2 coin is ideal for collectors of British commemorative coinage, scientific history and Royal Mint proof issues.
Highly sought after by Royal Mint collectors, £2 coin enthusiasts, silver proof collectors and technology historians, the 2001 Wireless Bridges the Atlantic Marconi 1901 Silver Proof £2 Coin is a fitting tribute to one of the greatest technological breakthroughs of the 20th century and a superb addition to any modern British coin collection.
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