UNA AND THE LION Antique 2 Oz Silver Coin 2 Pounds Saint Helena 2024

The reverse of the coin depicts an elegant and emotional representation of Una and the Lion. This poem tells the story of Una, a virtuous maiden who undertakes a perilous quest to free her parents' kingdom from the tyranny of a wicked dragon. Una symbolizes truth and innocence, while the lion represents the divine inspiration. The design intends to evoke the themes of faith, courage, and the power of divine intervention. On the reverse also the inscriptions: "MMXXIV" - the year of issue and "UNA & THE LION" - the name of the coin. The obverse shows the Effigy of King Charles III, along with the inscriptions: "CHARLES III" - the king's name, "D.G.REX F.D." - the Latin expression honoring the king, "ST. HELENA" - the country of issue and "2 POUNDS" - the face value.