Scottish Thistle Pendant & Necklace, Scotland Two Pound Coin Hand Cut The Scottish Two Pound was minted in 1986. This is the same coin as our stock #138 but we are only doing the Thistle on this one. It has proved to be real popular for us and is a great simple piece for someone looking for the Scottish Thistle. Works for either a Man or Woman but keep in mind it is pretty small. (5/8 ") After cutting it is plated in 14 Karat Gold & Rhodium, Guaranteed for life