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For the discerning collector interested in the British monarchy this superb set of silver Proof crowns is unmissable.Celebrating one of the most colourful dynasties in British history - The Tudors - the five five-pound crowns in the set are struck from sterling silver to The Royal Mint's uncompromising Proof standard.Each crown is plated in .999 fine gold, the lustre of which is the perfect complement to the glittering mirror finish and frosted designs.
As a gift?Here is a thought-provoking gift for historians, coin collectors or just those who appreciate superb workmanship.
Each crown has been struck for the Channel Island of Alderney and bears on its reverse a specially commissioned portrait by sculptor David Cornell FRSA.The obverse carries the familiar portrait of Her Majesty The Queen by Ian Rank-Broadley FRBS.You also receive a fully informative booklet, which incorporates a Certificate of Authenticity.
Civil wars, debasement of the coinage, the founding of the Church of England, naval conquests, cultural expansion - the British Isles in Tudor times was notable for the sheer drama and scale of the events that defined them.To celebrate and reflect on this sometimes turbulent but always fascinating period, The Royal Mint has struck this special set of Proof quality silver crowns.David Cornell FRSA has meticulously engraved the five royal portraits and each portrait is accompanied by the Royal Arms of the period as well as an emblem associated with the Tudor dynasty - the Tudor Rose.Professor Ivan Roots, Emeritus Professor of History as the University of Exeter, joined the team to ensure the historical accuracy of the set and the accompanying documents.
Alderney History of the Monarchy - Stuart 7 Coin Set
Price: £349.95