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On 23 June 2016, the UK voted to leave the EU by a majority of 51.9%, while in Northern Ireland 55.8% voted to remain.

This two pence piece from the artist Minty McFarthing has been inscribed with 'Peoples Vote', which was a commentary on the UK Brexit crisis. Inspired by the Suffragettes' Votes for Women pennies, it has been hand stamped and circulated throughout the UK by way of a peaceful protest. Examples of these coins were sent to museums in each of the 28 EU nations.

2 pence inscribed with 'Peoples Vote' - commentary on the UK Brexit crisis, in support of a People Vote.
2 pence inscribed with 'Peoples Vote' - commentary on the UK Brexit crisis, in support of a People Vote.

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2 pence inscribed with 'Peoples Vote' - commentary on the UK Brexit crisis, in support of a People Vote. Sent anonymously to the museum from the artist Minty McFarthing. Inspired by the Suffragettes' Votes for Women pennies, it has been hand stamped and circulated throughout the UK by way of a peaceful protest. Examples of these coins have also been posted to museums in each of the 28 EU nations.

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