Two Pounds 2022 FA Cup, Coin from United Kingdom - detailed information

The bi-metallic £2 coin is the largest circulating coin denomination of the Pound Sterling. It was introduced in 1998 (earlier two pound coins were made of Nickel brass, were intended as commemorative, and did not circulate much). Being bi-metallic means that the coin comprises two separate components of differing alloys; the outer ring of the coins is made of Nickel-Brass (76% copper, 4% nickel, 20% zinc) and the inner circle is CuproNickel (75% copper, 25% nickel).

The Royal Mint maintains a "definitive" style of the £2 issued annually, as well as a large variety of one-year circulating commemorative types.

In 2017, the mint also started issuing some Non-Circulating Legal Tender (NCLT) £2 coins for collectors. These are included in the annual mint sets or are issued separately, but are not released into general circulation. Their themes celebrate important anniversaries or people, as well as iconic aspects of British culture and history.

This £2 coin commemorates the 150th Anniversary of the FA Cup. The Football Association Challenge Cup, more commonly known as the FA Cup, is an annual knockout football competition in men's domestic English football.

The Mint says about it:
In 2022, The FA Cup marks the 150th anniversary of its inaugural Final, which took place between Wanderers FC and the Royal Engineers on 16 March 1872. To mark this special milestone for world football’s longest-running knockout competition, we have struck the first UK coin celebrating The FA Cup.

As a cherished favourite amongst fans of the beautiful game, the competition’s unique knockout structure offers grassroots clubs the opportunity to meet giants from the upper echelons of the football pyramid. No matter how slim the chances, The FA Cup sprinkles a magical feeling over each ground it passes through. There is no denying the hope of something extraordinary unfolding over each 90-minute game and potentially beyond. Underdogs slay giants, unknowns become global heroes overnight and one moment of magic can be the difference between agonising disappointment and undeniable euphoria. It is a competition steeped in sporting history and continues to add unforgettable moments to the rich tapestry of footballing folklore.

These £2 coins were struck in various collector formats but none were issued into general circulation.