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The Royal Mint's newest silver Britannia coin, the 2016 silver Britannia is what many coin collectors have been waiting all year for! Unrelenting in its lack of design change for the Britannia, the Royal Mint's quality increases with every passing year, exhibiting in a beautifully struck coin with a lustrous finish. The Royal Mint's silver Britannia series reflects on British history by presenting an icon, Britannia on every coin. Britannia is a symbol of pride in Great Britain and has been featured on coins since Roman times. Revered as a goddess, Britannia has often offered Britain solace and comfort, especially in times of strife. She has been featured on Britain coins since the Roman Emperor in A.D. 119. She is respected as the Defender of the Islands and her image has graced the face of many coins since.The Royal Mint has returned to famous sculptor, Philip Nathan's, original design that began the Britannia series in 1997. Being a face of reassurance, the Britannia has been revered by British tradition since ancient Roman times.
Your 2016 Silver Britannia is guaranteed to weigh one troy ounce of .999 pure silver and is in immaculate uncirculated condition. The icon, Britannia, is pictured in her most ideal stance, whilst holding her trident and shield firm. She is portrayed as Britain's eloquent protector guarding its shores, inspired by Britain's maritime heritage. An inscription bears the coin's weight and date of mintage, perfect for marking a special occasion with this spectacular coin. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is revealed on the obverse, along with the coin's denomination and a Latin saying that describes the Queen perfectly, "Red Fid Def." The translation of this saying is "Defender of the Faith." If you haven't started yet, the silver Britannia series is an outstanding collection to invest in!