1 troy ounce silver Merlin coin 2023
This 1 troy ounce (31,1 grams) fine silver (99,9%) coin is the new release of the Myths and Legends series. Merlin is a central figure in the Arthurian legend and popularly known as King Arthur's advisor, wizard and prophet. This release is the second mythical character to appear in this three bullion coin series, inspired by the legend of King Arthur and minted by the Royal Mint.
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1 troy ounce silver Merlin coin 2023
This 1 troy ounce (31,1 grams) fine silver (99,9%) Merlin coin is minted by the Royal Mint and is the latest release of the Myths and Legends series. This is the second mythical character to appear in this bullion series with a total of three coins, inspired by the legend of King Arthur. The design was created by artist and illustrator David Lawrence. He has depicted the figure of Merlin with Glastonbury in the background, which is said to be the inspiration for the mystical island of Avalon. You can also see an owl on Merlin's shoulder, symbolizing his knowledge and wisdom. Merlin also holds a magical staff and has a golden sickle attached to his belt, which he uses for cutting misletoe in the sacred grove.
This 1 troy ounce silver Merlin coin has a diameter of 38,61 mm and is newly minted according to the precious metal standards of the Royal Mint. The coin contains a face value of 2 pounds and is individually packaged in a capsule.
Featured
- 1 troy ounce (31,1 gram) fine silver (99,9%)
- Features a skilful interpretation of Merlin by David Lawrence
- From the Myths and Legends series
Design of the silver Merlin coin
Obverse
The obverse of the coin shows Merlin with Glastonbury in the background. An owl sits on Merlin's right shoulder, symbolizing his knowledge and wisdom. In addition, he holds a magical staff and a golden sickle is attached to his belt to cut the mistletoe in the sacred grove. All around you can see the inscriptions MERLIN - the name of the coin, 1OZ - the weight, FINE SILVER - the precious metal type, 999 - the purity, 2023 - the year of issue and D.L - the initials of David Lawrence, the designer of the coin.
Reverse
The reverse shows the effigy of Charles III, designed by Martin Jennings. Martin worked painstakingly for a year, alongside experts at the Royal Mint, to create the portrait of Charles on the front of the new coins. All around you can see the inscriptions MJ - the initials of Martin Jennings, CHARLES III - the name of the King, 2 POUNDS - the face value of the coin and D. G. REX F. D. - which means by the grace of God, King.
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