Reverse The central part features the Prince of Wales's coat of arms, with the numeral 2 below it. Above, along the rim, is the English inscription: 'NEW PENCE' - 2 new pence. The edge of the coin is decorated with dot-like elements.
Obverse The central part features a right-facing profile portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. To the left and right along the rim is the text: 'ELIZABETH.II D.G.REG.F.D.', which translates from English as 'Elizabeth II, by the Grace of God Queen, Defender of the Faith', and the mint year 1980. The edge of the coin is decorated with dot-like elements.