2008 Great Britain 2 Pounds Beijing to London Olympics Handover Proof Gold Coin

### 2008 Great Britain 2 Pounds Beijing to London Olympics Handover Proof Gold Coin **Please note that the outer box may display imperfections.** Mark a historic moment in Olympic history with the **2008 Great Britain £2 Beijing to London Olympics Handover Proof Gold Coin**, struck by the Royal Mint in celebration of the handover from Beijing 2008 to London 2012. Crafted from 0.4709 troy ounces of .9167 fine gold, this limited-edition coin carries a face value of £2 and a mintage of just 3,250 pieces, making it a rare and desirable collectible for Olympic enthusiasts and coin collectors alike. The obverse features Queen Elizabeth II’s effigy, symbolizing the United Kingdom’s pride and heritage. The reverse captures the excitement and ceremonial grandeur of the Olympic Games, highlighting the moment when the Olympic flag passed from Beijing to London. This coin commemorates both the international spirit of the Games and the anticipation leading to London 2012, offering a tangible connection to a defining moment in modern sporting history. Struck in 2008, the coin celebrates the transition between two Olympic hosts, capturing the excitement, pageantry, and athletic achievement that define the Games. With the world’s attention on Beijing, London’s hosting legacy was already in motion, and this coin preserves the memory of that handover for generations. **Coin Specifications:** - **Limited mintage of 3,250** - Contains 0.4709 troy ounce of .9167 fine gold - Produced by the [**British Royal Mint**](file:///government-mints/royal-mint) - Proof Finish - Face value of 2 Pounds - Arrives in a box with a Certificate of Authenticity - **Obverse:** Showcases the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II right. Inscriptions read: “ELIZABETH II”, “D'G'REG'FID DEF”, “TWO POUNDS”. - **Reverse:** Features the Olympic flag being passed from one hand to another with the London 2008-2012 logo below. **Why Buy from Bullion Exchanges?** - Competitive pricing on rare and limited-edition gold coins - Wide selection of British and [**global bullion coins**](file:///buy-gold/1-oz-gold-coins) - [**Live gold spot prices**](file:///charts/gold-price) available online for informed purchasing Own a piece of Olympic history with the **2008 Great Britain 2 Pounds Beijing to London Olympics Handover Proof Gold Coin**, a striking proof coin that combines the elegance of fine gold with the excitement of the world’s most celebrated sporting event. Perfect for collectors, investors, or fans of Olympic history. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact one of our customer service representatives. **You may also like:** - [**2012 Great Britain 5 Pounds London Olympics Proof Gold Coin**](file:///2012-great-britain-5-pounds-london-olympics-proof-gold-coin) - **[1980 Chinese Moscow Olympics Archery Gold Coin NGC PF 69 Cameo](file:///1980-chinese-moscow-olympics-archery-gold-coin-ngc-pf-69-cameo)** - [**2012 Great Britain 2 Pounds London to Rio Olympics Handover Proof Gold Coin**](file:///2012-great-britain-2-pounds-london-to-rio-olympics-handover-proof-gold-coin)