Ceylon / Sri Lanka
Assam, India
Japan
Taiwan
Nepal
China
Kenya
Egypt
South Africa
Specification
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Alloy
Fine Gold - 999.9Au
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Denomination
£5
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Weight
1oz
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Authority
St. Helena
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Diameter
32mm
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Edge
Milled
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Issue limit
250
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Total Mintage
250
BEHIND THE CRAFT
Behind the Craft - Victory
The ‘Queen’s Virtues’ were first revealed to the public as part of the Victoria Memorial, commissioned shortly after the death of Queen Victoria in January 1901. Eminent sculptor Sir Thomas Brock was briefed to design its central monument, which was formally unveiled by King George V in 1911.
Brock’s design featured a number of allegorical characters; the gold-gilded winged angel of Victory stands at the very top, with the figures of Courage and Constancy at her feet, themselves standing above representations of Truth, Justice and Charity and a magnificent, seated sculpture of Queen Victoria herself.
This first coin in our new series portrays Victory. Defined as the success or triumph of overcoming an enemy, Victory is a key element in both Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth II’s reign. Victory signals the end of conflict and a celebration of peace. The Queen is Head of the Armed Forces and the only person able to formally declare war and, more crucially, an end to conflict.
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• Our exclusive ‘Queen’s Virtues’ begins with Victory
• A strictly limited edition of just 250 coins worldwide • One ounce of gleaming 999.9 fine gold • Beautiful, intricate design by Elles Kloosterman • Struck to our highest Proof quality finish • Bespoke presentation case and storytelling booklet |
Product Detail
This first coin in our new series portrays Victory. Defined as the success or triumph of overcoming an enemy, Victory is a key element in both Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth II’s reign. Victory signals the end of conflict and a celebration of peace. The Queen is Head of the Armed Forces and the only person able to formally declare war and, more crucially, an end to conflict.
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• Our exclusive ‘Queen’s Virtues’ begins with Victory
• A strictly limited edition of just 250 coins worldwide • One ounce of gleaming 999.9 fine gold • Beautiful, intricate design by Elles Kloosterman • Struck to our highest Proof quality finish • Bespoke presentation case and storytelling booklet |
Stories
Victory
The Queen’s Virtues coin series has been launched to celebrate the 95th birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who holds these six virtues as dearly as her great-great-grandmother Queen Victoria did.
The ‘Queen’s Virtues’ form part of the Victoria Memorial monument outside Buckingham Palace, which features sculptured allegorical figures that personify:
• Victory
• Truth
• Charity
• Justice
• Courage
• Constancy
The ‘Queen’s Virtues’ form part of the Victoria Memorial monument outside Buckingham Palace, which features sculptured allegorical figures that personify:
• Victory
• Truth
• Charity
• Justice
• Courage
• Constancy
A key virtue recognised in both Victoria’s and Elizabeth II’s reign, Victory holds a position at the very top of the Victoria Memorial monument. In gilded bronze the Winged Victory stands upon a globe, holding a victor’s palm. The victor’s palm represents victory, triumph and peace, a symbol originating from the Middle East. In ancient Roman religion, Victoria was a goddess personifying Victory, the Roman’s equivalent of the Greek goddess, Nike.
Inspired by the Victoria Memorial outside Buckingham Palace, our first design features a detailed depiction of the allegorical figure Victory surrounded by the text VICTORIA CONCORDIA CRESCIT which translates as Victory through Harmony.
This limited edition 1oz gold proof coin is presented in a bespoke case accompanied by an informative booklet and a numbered certificate which guarantees its quality and authenticity.
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FAQ
What is the difference between maximum mintage and issue limit?
Maximum mintage is the total number of individuals coins which will be struck, this includes coins presented is sets. The Issue limit refers to the number of coins which will be sold in the specific presentation.
What if the maximum mintage and issue limit is the same?
This means the coin will only be available in the presentation shown and will not be issued in any other way.
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