2023 St. Helena Queen's Memorial 1 oz Silver Coin

2023 St. Helena Queen's Memorial 1 oz Silver Coin

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Britannia has been a British icon ever since the Romans used the name to represent the islands they conquered over 2,000 years ago. She is a warrior goddess, a symbol of pride and power, often shown wearing a Corinthian helmet and carrying a shield and trident. As the 20th century began, Britannia was used a symbol of national mourning, featuring in magazine illustrations in 1901 as Britain grieved the death of Queen Victoria then again in 1910 as the nation mourned her eldest son, Edward VII. As the pace of progress then quickened under the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, Britannia too adapted with the times. Now, as Britain remembers its longest reigning monarch on the first anniversary of Her late Majesty's death at the age of 96, Britannia is once again in mourning.

Obverse: decorated with the image of King Charles III of Great Britain, the inscription "CHARLES III∙D∙G∙REX∙F∙D" and "ST. HELENA" The obverse also contains information about the coin's face value and minting year.

Reverse: Features Britannia, wearing a Corinthian helmet, mourning the loss of Britain's longest reigning monarch. inscription "O SERVES ANIMÆ DIMIDIUM," (meaning ‘Oh, preserve her who is the half of my soul.’) and the years of Queen Elizabeth II's life "1926-2022."

Low mintage of 10,000 which makes this a great addition for any collector!