2024 Una & The Lion St. Helena Silver Gilded Proof Coin 1 oz Box & COA

Description: 2024 Una & The Lion St. Helena Silver Gilded Proof Coin 1 oz Box & COA Mintage of Only 750!!! Introducing the 2024 St Helena Una and Lion Coin, the newest addition to our esteemed Una & the Lion series. At East India Company Collections, we are thrilled to present an opportunity for coin designers to breathe new life into this timeless legend, infusing it with a contemporary twist. This year, we proudly present the 2024 Una and the Lion coin, meticulously crafted by the talented artist Carroll Hutchings. The graceful and resolute Una is depicted alongside the mighty yet poised lion, their gaze meeting yours in a powerful connection. Can you sense the unbreakable bond and unwavering determination they embody? This modern retelling encapsulates the inseparable union and indomitable courage found at the core of the medieval legend, where a brave princess and her majestic beast stand united. Key Features: Strictly limited edition, making it a rare and highly sought-after collectible worldwide. Embracing a fresh, natural, and contemporary interpretation of the profound connection and bravery shared between Una and the Lion. Struck to our highest Proof quality finish, ensuring exceptional craftsmanship and artistry. Each coin is accompanied by a bespoke presentation case and a captivating storytelling booklet, enhancing the overall experience. The legend of Una & the Lion dates back to the16th Century and Edmund Spencers epic poeme Faerie Queene, a classic work of medievalEnglish literature. At over 36,000 lines long, its six books contain one of the longest poems in theEnglish language, each book telling stories ofdierent knights on their various quests to prove ordemonstrate their particular virtues. As a whole, it is believed to be an allegory of the life andachievements of Queen Elizabeth I, but it is inBook One where we meet the heroic gure of Una. Una is a beautiful princess on a quest to save her mother and father from a cruel dragon who has imprisoned them in a tower. To help her defeat the dragon, she searches for the Redcrosse knight, whose destiny is to become St. George, the patron saint of England. While on her journey Una enters a darksecluded wood, where she encounters a erce lionwho launches an attack on her. However, before he is able to leap upon his prey his initial rage is replaced by wonder, his anger subdued as he isinstantly captivated by Unas beauty and innocence. Instead of tearing her to pieces, he kisses herweary feet and licks her hands. He becomes herstrong guard and faithful companion, forever by her side, lling her with courage and protecting her from harm. SPECIFICATIONS Year: 2024 Material: Silver .999 Condition: Proof Finish: Gilded Weight: 1 oz Mintage: 750 Diameter: 38.61 mm Country: St. Helena Denomination: 1 Pound Box & Certificate: Yes Capsule: Yes

Price: 152.79 USD

Location: McKinney, Texas

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