Brave heroines, daring knights, dangerous quests, and deadly dragons. These types of characters and stories have enthralled readers for hundreds of years. One of the most influential versions of this kind of narrative is found in The Faerie Queene, an epic poem published in the 16th century. Now, the East India Trading Company has developed a new series of coins in its honor. Today, 2022 1 oz Proof St. Helena Silver Faerie Queene Coins kick off the series and are available to you online at JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
- Arrives with a display box and a Certificate of Authenticity!
- First issue in The Faerie Queene series!
- Limited mintage of just 1,000 silver coins!
- Contains 1 Troy oz of .999 pure silver.
- Bears a face value of 2 Pounds fully backed by St. Helena.
- The obverse field depicts Queen Elizabeth II.
- On the reverse side of the coin is Una with the Redcrosse Knight.
- Proof specimen.
The Faerie Queene is part of a rich storytelling tradition. If the tale of the Redcrosse Knight defeating a dangerous dragon seems familiar, it’s because the poem’s author Edmund Spenser was drawing on the legend of Saint George and the Dragon. In that story, George must defeat a dragon terrorizing a village and rescue a princess. And that story was itself inspired by many classic Greek myths. And then to bring things full circle, many of our favorite fantasy stories told today are influenced by Spenser’s epic poem.
Queen Elizabeth II is depicted on the obverse of 2022 St. Helena Faerie Queene Coins. The design was created in 2015 by the artist Jody Clark. We see Her Majesty in right-profile relief wearing the Royal Diamond Diadem crown. Along the edges are the words Elizabeth II, D.G Regina F.D, St. Helena, 5 Pounds.
Una and the Redcrosse Knight are seen on the reverse side of the 2022 St. Helena Silver Faerie Queene Coin. In the background, we see the castle where Una’s parents are under siege. Above it, we see the menacing dragon. Una is depicted appealing to the knight to help rescue her family and defeat the dragon. The Redcrosse Knight is adorned in armor atop his horse, fully prepared for battle. In large lettering, we see the words The Faerie Queene written across the coin’s edge.
When you purchase 2022 1 oz Proof Silver Faerie Queene Coins in this listing on JM Bullion, you will receive a coin presented inside a beautiful display box. Included with this is a Certificate of Authenticity from the mint. The image on this coin is beautifully detailed, making the dramatic scene it depicts feel tangible. It’s the perfect gift for medieval fans of all ages.
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