It is a reflection of the immense importance of The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee that The Royal Mint has been authorised to create this commemorative UK coin containing over a kilo of fine gold. As befits such a once-in-a-lifetime historic occasion, the coin is impressive in size, design and presentation. Struck to finest Proof quality, it features the Coat of Arms found on the gates of Buckingham Palace, depicted in astonishing detail by the master sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley FRBS.
Just 60 of these extraordinary coins will be made available, each one housed in a wooden case made from sweet chestnut taken from the trees of the Great Windsor Park, the crown estate of Windsor Castle, one of The Queen’s private homes.
Only once before has Britain witnessed a Diamond Jubilee, when Queen Victoria celebrated 60 years on the throne in 1897. The royal Coat of Arms from Buckingham Palace was chosen as a symbolic link to this other great jubilee of the past. This majestic heraldic image, complete with supporters and crest, perfectly captures the pageantry and heritage of the unique occasion.
The coin is struck to a deeper relief than any other Diamond Jubilee coin which has allowed the artist to achieve a design of unprecedented detail. The reverse is also by Ian Rank-Broadley, and features Her Majesty resplendent in Garter Robes.
Each coin comes with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity and booklet together with a numbered plaque. Highly valued for its importance and its rarity, this precious, breathtakingly beautiful coin is the ultimate collectable for The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.
•Huge coin weighing one kilo struck in .999 fine gold
•Limited edition of just 60 coins
•Exquisite design by Ian Rank-Broadley FRBS
•Bespoke wooden case crafted from royal timber
Source: http://www.royalmint.com/features/the-queens-diamond-jubilee-kilo-coins
Just 60 of these extraordinary coins will be made available, each one housed in a wooden case made from sweet chestnut taken from the trees of the Great Windsor Park, the crown estate of Windsor Castle, one of The Queen’s private homes.
Only once before has Britain witnessed a Diamond Jubilee, when Queen Victoria celebrated 60 years on the throne in 1897. The royal Coat of Arms from Buckingham Palace was chosen as a symbolic link to this other great jubilee of the past. This majestic heraldic image, complete with supporters and crest, perfectly captures the pageantry and heritage of the unique occasion.
The coin is struck to a deeper relief than any other Diamond Jubilee coin which has allowed the artist to achieve a design of unprecedented detail. The reverse is also by Ian Rank-Broadley, and features Her Majesty resplendent in Garter Robes.
Each coin comes with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity and booklet together with a numbered plaque. Highly valued for its importance and its rarity, this precious, breathtakingly beautiful coin is the ultimate collectable for The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.
•Huge coin weighing one kilo struck in .999 fine gold
•Limited edition of just 60 coins
•Exquisite design by Ian Rank-Broadley FRBS
•Bespoke wooden case crafted from royal timber
Source: http://www.royalmint.com/features/the-queens-diamond-jubilee-kilo-coins
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