Title:
2 Pence (Éire harp / Book of Kells bird)
Description:
Loose circulated Irish decimal coin (no packaging shown; no barcode visible). Obverse shows Irish harp with Gaelic country name “éire” at left and the date at right (date not readable in the provided photo). Reverse shows large “2P” denomination above a stylized decorative bird/initial motif derived from the Book of Kells design used on Irish decimal bronze coinage. Brown/bronze-toned surface with circulation wear and small spots/toning. This matches the Republic of Ireland 2 Pence (2p / 2 pingine) decimal coin type introduced on 15 Feb 1971; bronze issues 1971–1988 and later copper‑plated steel issues 1990–2000. Standard specs for the type: plain edge; diameter about 25.9 mm; weight about 7.12 g.
Country:
Ireland
Material:
Bronze
Denomination:
2p
Weight:
7.12
Diameter:
25.91
Edge:
Plain
Designers:
Gabriel Hayes
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Date Added:
2026-01-30 21:53:28
Automatic Estimated Date:
2026-01-30
Date Added:
2026-01-30 21:53:28
