2 oz Silver Coins
2 oz Silver Coins at BGASC
While most coin programs, such as the American Silver Eagle, Canadian Silver Maple Leaf, and Austrian Silver Philharmonics, are issued in just 1 oz weights. However, other popular coin programs release coins in larger silver weights, with the 2 oz weight being among the most popular. Learn more about 2 oz Silver Coins, right here at BGASC.
British Silver Tudor Beasts
One of the most popular British Silver Coins available from the Royal Mint is the British Silver Tudor Beasts series. Following the success of the Queen’s Beasts series, this coin program, debuting in 2021, celebrates the House of Tudor. BU Coins are available in a 2 oz weight and a 10 oz weight.
Designs have featured the following:
- 1st release: Seymour Panther.
- 2nd release: Lion of England.
- 3rd release: Yale of Beaufort.
- 4th release: Bull of Clarence.
- 5th release: Seymour Unicorn.
- 6th release: Tudor Dragon
These coins feature the reigning British monarch’s effigy on the obverse this has included Jody Clark’s depiction of Queen Elizabeth II, and as of 2023, King Charles III, designed by Martin Jennings.
Perth Mint Lunar Coins
One of the most popular coin programs out there is the Lunar Series from the Perth Mint. This coin program began in 1996 with the Year of the Rat. Coins are issued annually and feature an animal that coincides with the Chinese zodiac. These coins are available in several sizes ranging from 1/2 oz to 10 kilograms.
2 oz BU Coins are available in plastic capsules, or boxes of 100 for larger orders. The 2024 Year of the Dragon coins will display the P125 mint mark for the 125th anniversary of the Perth Mint. These coins contain 2 Troy oz of .9999 pure silver and now include micro-engraved security features.
This series features designs for all 12 animals:
- Rat: 1996, 2008, 2020.
- Ox: 1997, 2009, 2021.
- Tiger: 1998, 2010, 2022.
- Rabbit: 1999, 2011, 2023.
- Dragon: 2000, 2012, 2024.
- Snake: 2001, 2013, 2025.
- Horse: 2002, 2014, 2026.
- Goat: 2003, 2015, 2027.
- Monkey: 2004, 2016, 2028.
- Rooster: 2005, 2017, 2029.
- Dog: 2006, 2018, 2030.
- Pig: 2007, 2019, 2031.
Mexican Silver Libertads
Mexican Silver Libertads were the first silver bullion coins to be introduced to investors beginning in 1982. From 1982 to 1990 these coins were struck in just a 1 oz weight. In 1991, fractional-ounce weights were made available. In 1996, larger sizes such as the 2 oz coin and 5 oz coin were made available.
These coins contain 2 Troy oz of .999 pure silver. Coins are available in BU, proof, and reverse proof strikes. BU coins are available in flips, while the latter two strikes are available in capsules.
The obverse features the Mexican coat of arms, surrounded by the other 10 coats of arms. The reverse side showcases Winged Victory holding a wreath crown in one hand and broken chains and the other.
Other Popular Options
- South African Silver Krugerrand: These coins debuted in 2017 for the 50th anniversary of the South African Gold Krugerrand.They feature the same design elements as their gold counterpart.
- Somalia Silver Elephant: This unique series features new imagery of elephants for each release. 2 oz BU coins contain .9999 pure silver are arrive in protective capsules.
- Niue Czech Lion: These coins contain 2 Troy oz of .999 pure silver. They feature the Public Seal of Niue on the obverse and the Czech Lion on the reverse.
- New Zealand Hawksbill Turtle: This annual series from New Zealand shows the popular Hawksbill turtle swimming in right-profile relief in the middle of the ocean. Coins are made from .999 pure silver.
- Solomon Islands Chakra: From PAMP, this seven-coin collection features the artwork of Phil Lewis. These coins display the seven chakras, one for each coin. These colorized coins are available in custom capsules with a Certificate of Authenticity. Each coin has a mintage of just 1,500. Coins contain 2 Troy oz of .9999 pure silver.
Purchasing 2 oz Silver Coins at BGASC
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