Obverse
Portrays the fifth effigy of Queen Elizabeth II.
Lettering: ELIZABETH II D G REG F D 2 POUNDS J.C
Reverse
Designed by coinage artist John Bergdahl, featuring a jester’s hat and stick, the traditional and often colorful symbols of the entertainer in times past.
Lettering: WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE 2016 JB
Extended information
Year
Denomination
Currency
Ruler
Weight
12 g.
Diameter
28.4
mm.
Thickness
2.5 mm.
Alignment
Medal ↑↑
Shape
Round
Edge
Lettered