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RARE First of First 20 oz 2017 Silver Great Britain Britannia 20th Anniversary
$ 1133.97
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RARE First (Certificate stating 001) of First 20 Oz 2017 British Silver Britannia with high demand design of 2017 (20th Anniversary).This 2017 dated 20 oz Silver Britannia Proof has a mintage of only 350 coins! And has been certified by NGC as Proof 69 Ultra Cameo, as well as being first release of first 100 coins struck.Coin Highlights:Contains 20 oz of .999 fine Silver.Comes in the original mint box with a certificate of authenticity.Maximum mintage of 350 coins.First Release of first 100 coins struck.Limited edition Proof coin celebrating 20 years of the Silver Britannia coin.Obverse: Features the 5th effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the monetary denomination, design by Jody Clark.Reverse: Depicts a new, modern Britannia. She holds her ancient warrior attributes including the familiar crested helmet, spear, and shield. Great Britain is illustrated by incorporating Britannia into its silhouette, her flowing robe is in fact the stable, rocky surface of Britain itself, design by Louis Tamlyn.Sovereign coin backed by British government.This exceptional 20 oz Proof Britannia coin would be a great addition to any coin collection. artistic coin Protect your capsules from fingerprints by adding these cotton gloves to your order.Britannia is the female personification of Britain, an enduring symbol that has appeared on coinage for centuries. Throughout shifts in art and politics, technology and popular culture, she has reflected the spirit and values of the nation.The Britannia Collection from The Royal Mint has become known for showcasing modern artists, who create their own interpretation of the icon. For 2017, Louis Tamlyn has created a modern interpretation, reflecting a year of political change when the eyes of the world have often been on Britain.This year also marks two significant anniversaries for the Britannia coin. In 1987 The Royal Mint introduced a new bullion coin to the international market. The coin was called Britannia and three decades later we mark its 30th anniversary. 2017 is also the 20th anniversary of the first Silver Britannia bullion coin, making it a historically important year for the coin.