
The Martyrdom of the Twelve Series is a new lineup of silver coins created to commemorate the unwavering faith and sacrifice of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. These devoted followers stood by him during his life and later faced brutal ends for maintaining their commitment to Christianity. Right now, 2025 1 oz Black Proof Republic of Ghana Silver James the son of Zebedee Coins are available from JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
Each of the 2025 1 oz Black Proof Republic of Ghana Silver James son of Zebedee Coins comes with an acrylic capsule and a Certificate of Authenticity. These proof coins have a black-proof finish, indicating the frosted designs and mirrored fields are darker in appearance than your traditional proof.
According to the Acts of the Apostles, James became the first apostle to be martyred, executed by order of King Herod Agrippa I around 44 CE. His death marked the beginning of systematic persecution of the early Christian church by political authorities. The brevity of the biblical account of his martyrdom contrasts with the extensive later traditions that developed around his life and death, particularly in Spain, where he became the patron saint.
The obverse of the 2025 Black Proof Republic of Ghana Silver James the son of Zebedee Coin, a portrait of King Charles III is featured. This left-profile image, which omits a crown, was crafted by Jody Clark, renowned for producing the last official portrait of Queen Elizabeth II.
On the reverse of the 2025 1 oz Black Proof Silver James the son of Zebedee Coin is an image of James just prior to his death. While Judas was the first apostle to perish, James was the first to be killed for his faith. King Herod ordered his execution, and James was beheaded with a sword.
If you have any questions about silver coins for sale, please feel free to ask. JM Bullion customer service is available at 800-276-6508, online using our web chat, and via our email address.
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The Martyrdom of the Twelve Series is a new lineup of silver coins created to commemorate the unwavering faith and sacrifice of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. These devoted followers stood by him during his life and later faced brutal ends for maintaining their commitment to Christianity. Right now, 2025 1 oz Black Proof Republic of Ghana Silver James the son of Zebedee Coins are available from JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
Each of the 2025 1 oz Black Proof Republic of Ghana Silver James son of Zebedee Coins comes with an acrylic capsule and a Certificate of Authenticity. These proof coins have a black-proof finish, indicating the frosted designs and mirrored fields are darker in appearance than your traditional proof.
According to the Acts of the Apostles, James became the first apostle to be martyred, executed by order of King Herod Agrippa I around 44 CE. His death marked the beginning of systematic persecution of the early Christian church by political authorities. The brevity of the biblical account of his martyrdom contrasts with the extensive later traditions that developed around his life and death, particularly in Spain, where he became the patron saint.
The obverse of the 2025 Black Proof Republic of Ghana Silver James the son of Zebedee Coin, a portrait of King Charles III is featured. This left-profile image, which omits a crown, was crafted by Jody Clark, renowned for producing the last official portrait of Queen Elizabeth II.
On the reverse of the 2025 1 oz Black Proof Silver James the son of Zebedee Coin is an image of James just prior to his death. While Judas was the first apostle to perish, James was the first to be killed for his faith. King Herod ordered his execution, and James was beheaded with a sword.
If you have any questions about silver coins for sale, please feel free to ask. JM Bullion customer service is available at 800-276-6508, online using our web chat, and via our email address.