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2021 Environmental Protection £2 BU

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  • 2021 Bi-Metal £2 coin
  • 1st coin in a 2 coin series
  • Issued on behalf of the British Antarctic Territory
  • Issue limit: 3,750
  • Presented in a special colour pack

42 in stock

Description

The Antarctic Treaty is recognised as one of the most successful international agreements, setting an example of peaceful cooperation. This year marks the 30th Anniversary of the Protocol on Environmental Protect to the Antarctic Treaty and Pobjoy Mint is therefore delighted to announce the release of this beautiful new £2 coin on behalf of the British Antarctic Territory to commemorate this anniversary. The coin features a delightful Ross Seal with its pup which is a species which is specifically mentioned in Annex II (Flora & Fauna) of the Protocol and therefore a perfect choice to depict on this stunning new £2 coin. The obverse of the coin features an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II produced exclusively by Pobjoy Mint.

The Protocol was signed in Madrid on 4th October 1991 and entered into force in 1998. It designates Antarctica as a ‘natural reserve, devoted to peace and science’. Article 3 of the Environmental Protocol sets out basic principles applicable to human activities in Antarctica and Article 7 prohibits all activities relating to Antarctic mineral resources, except for scientific purposes. Protection of native flora and fauna has been a concern for the Consultative Parties to the Antarctic Treaty since the beginning. Article 3.2 of the Environmental Protocol provides that activities to be undertaken in Antarctica shall be planned and conducted as to avoid ‘detrimental changes in the distribution, abundance or productivity of species or population of species of fauna & flora’ and ‘further jeopardy to endangered or threatened species or populations of such species’. Annex II to the Protocol sets out specific measures to give effect to this and provides several different mechanisms to protect Antarctic species including: the prohibition of taking (removing) and of harmful interference, except in accordance with a permit; restrictions on the introduction of non-native species, except in accordance with a permit; and the designation of Specially Protected Species.

Additional information

Weight 40 g
Denomination

£2

Year

2021

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