Inspired by the legendary Una and the Lion coin from 1839, The East India Company produced its own version of the coin in 2020. Then in 2021, the company followed it up with another variation on the original design that is sure to take your breath away. Produced with proof visuals and 24-karat gold plating, these coins are an incredible ode to a bona fide numismatic treasure. Right now, 2021 1 oz Proof St. Helena Silver Una and the Lion Coins are available to purchase online from JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
- Available to you in display case with a special booklet!
- 24-karat gold plated coin featuring Una and the Lion!
- Limited mintage of only 750 coins!
- Certificate of Authenticity included!
- Contains 1 Troy oz of .999 pure silver.
- The face value of 1 Pound is fully backed by St. Helena.
- Queen Elizabeth II is depicted on the obverse.
- Una and her lion feature in the reverse design.
- Proof specimen.
The 1839 Una and the Lion coin was designed by Royal Mint Chief Engraver William Wyon in honor of Queen Victoria’s ascension to the throne. In a clever twist, Una was replaced with an image of Her Majesty. Though inspired by Edmund Spenser’s The Faerie Queene, this design was symbolic in nature and meant to represent Victoria guiding Britain with courage and grace. In this new coin, The East India Company keeps things literal, with the original Una from the poem shown standing beside her faithful lion.
When you order 2021 1 oz St. Helena Silver Una and the Lion Coins in this online JM Bullion listing, you will receive a 24-karat gold plated specimen with proof visuals. Included with each purchase is a presentation box, an info booklet, and a numbered Certificate of Authenticity from the East India Company.
The obverse of 2021 1 oz Proof St. Helena Una and the Lion Coins features Queen Elizabeth II. This 5th generation portrait by Jody Clark features the Queen in right-profile relief. Around her neck is the Coronation Necklace and atop her head is the George IV State Diadem. Inscriptions read Elizabeth II, D. G. Regina F. D. St. Helena, 1 Pound.
On the reverse face of 2021 1 oz Proof Silver Una and the Lion Coins there is a depiction of Una standing with her lion. Una is shown holding a spear and wearing a dress with a flowing cape. Beside her is the lion baring its teeth and extending its paw. There are also inscriptions on the reverse reading Una and the Lion, 2021.
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