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British Royal Mint
British Britannia Silver
Bullion Coin
Renowned for great beauty, impeccable
quality and excellent value, the Britannia series is more than just
Europe’s first silver bullion coin series – it is fast becoming Europe’s
premier modern coin!
Distinctively British, the symbol of
Britannia has long been revered as the personification of the nation, and
long admired around the world. The popularity of the Royal Mint’s most
affordable series therefore comes as no surprise.
Measuring 40mm in diameter, each legal
tender £2 comprises an ounce of fine silver.
 
2003 Britannia Silver
Proof Four Coin Set
 The
set, comprises four denominations: £2, £1, 50p and 20p – all struck to
Proof standard in Britannia Silver – They are Britain’s purest Silver
coins. The reverse of each bears Philip Nathan’s new Britannia design
bearing representation of the head of Britannia wearing a helmet, a
traditional attribute, and an indication that she is not defenseless.
Britannia’s intricate flowing hair and
beautifully composed face are fine examples of the minter’s art while a
superimposed wave alludes to Britannia’s maritime heritage. The
crenellated border and vertical lettering are consistent with Nathan’s
earlier coin designs. The obverse of the coin bears Ian Rank-Broadley’s
portrait of the Queen.
To further enhance the beauty of this collection, each coin is struck
using a combination of two very special Proof finishes. The obverse is
struck in the familiar Proof finish where the reverse features an
exquisite Satin Proof finish.
Only
5,000 of these remarkable sets will ever to be minted world-wide.
2003 Britannia
Silver Proof 20p Coin
This delicate 20p coin weights
just over a tenth of an ounce and measures only 16.50mm in diameter, the
reproduction of Philip Nathan’s design is as precise as the other
Britannia coins. Order early as there is a limited issue of only
5,000 of these charming coins.
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