HELEN OF TROY Elegance in Art 1 Oz Silver Coin 2£ Pound United Kingdom 2023
This beautiful 1 Oz Silver coin is the third issue of the series "Elegance in Art" and pays tribute to Helen of Troy, represented as a stunningly beautiful woman with striking blue eyes, her beauty played a central role in the events that led to the Trojan War. The coin has a very distinctive design, an intense coloration and comes in a themed packaging, along with the Certificate of Authenticity. Limited mintage of 100 pieces worldwide.
Data sheet
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Year
- 2023
- Face Value
- 2 Pounds
- Metal
- Silver
- Fineness (purity)
- .999
- Weight (g)
- 31.1 (1 oz)
- Diameter (mm)
- 38.61
- Quality
- BU - Brilliant Uncirculated
- Mintage (pcs)
- 100
- Certificate (COA)
- Yes
- Presentation case (box)
- Yes
- Weight range
- 1 oz - less than 2 oz
- Series
- Elegance in Art
The reverse of the coin shows a sensual and coloured representation of Helen of Troy, also known as Helen of Sparta, was said to be the most beautiful woman in the world. Helen's beauty and the events surrounding her have been the subject of many works of art and literature throughout history. She is depicted as a sensual woman with captivating blue eyes! The coloration also celebrates the spatula oil painting technique, offering a unique style. The obverse of the coin depicts the Effigy of the King Charles III, together with the inscriptions: "2023" – the year of issue, "CHARLES III" – the name of the King and "D.G. REX" - an abbreviation commonly seen on coins and banknotes, which stands for "Dei Gratia Rex", a Latin expression for "By the Grace of God, King" and "2 POUNDS" - the face value. This coin is no longer legal tender, as it is altered version of an original "legal tender" coin, enhanced by a private Mint in Germany, which is not related in any way to Royal Mint.