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Design
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A representation of a steam locomotive engine with the words 'TWO
POUNDS' above and inside a cog wheel, the words R.TREVITHICK 1804
INVENTION INDUSTRY PROGRESS 2004 as a circumscription
In 1804 the first steam locomotive, designed by the Cornish engineer
Richard Trevithick, made its historic journey in South Wales. His
invention led to the development of rail travel and played an important
part in the industrial revolution. To mark the 200th anniversary of this
great achievement The Royal Mint issued a new two-pound coin in 2004. The
reverse design is the work of Royal Mint engraver Robert Lowe and is based
on Trevithick’s 1804 Penydarren locomotive.
text source and credit the Royal Mint |
