The 2023 JRR Tolkien £2 gold proof coin is a beautiful collectible coin that celebrates the legendary creator of Middle-Earth, and some of the greatest fantasy novels every written. The coin marks 50 years since his death.
The coin is created using two different types of 22-carat gold, where the inner portion is yellow gold and the outer rim 'rose' gold giving an attractive two-tone effect. It features the text ‘NOT ALL THOSE WHO WANDER ARE LOST’ inscribed around the edge. The reverse features the 'JRRT' monogram Tolkien used as a distinctive signature on his books, letters, and other documents.
J.R.R. Tolkien was a British writer, philologist, and academic renowned for his imaginative and immersive fantasy works. His most famous creations include The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Drawing from his extensive knowledge of languages and mythologies, Tolkien crafted a meticulously detailed and enchanting fictional universe known as Middle-Earth, filled with its own creatures, languages, and epic history.
The coin comes in a presentation case with a booklet recounting the life and achievements of this great writer, poet and scholar. With a limited mintage of only 225 pieces, this is a rare opportunity to own a stunning memorial to one of the world's best loved authors.