Why purchase this 2019 Raven Silver Proof from The Royal Mint's Tower of London series?
The most famous permanent residents of the Tower of London are the Ravens, rumored to be the guardians of the Tower, whose presence is believed to ward off the fall of the kingdom. This first release of The Royal Mint's Tower of London series is dedicated to the legend of the Ravens. Mintage of the 38.61 mm diameter Piedfort style proof struck from 1.8185 Troy oz. of .925 fine silver is limited to 1,160.
Powerful Raven Imagery by Glyn Davies
A Raven stands on the reverse, guarding a partial plan of the Tower in the background, with "TOWER OF LONDON" inscribed below. The edge is lettered "ON INTO TWILIGHT WITHIN WALLS OF STONE," a line from poet Samuel Rogers' "Human Life."
Centered on the obverse is Royal Mint Designer Jody Clark's representation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Inscribed "ELIZABETH II, D.G. REG. F.D., 5 POUNDS, 2019."
One of First 200 Struck, Perfectly Graded Proof 70 Ultra Cameo
This 2019 Great Britain Tower of London: Raven Piedfort style Silver Proof coin was submitted to Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) for grading accompanied by Mint documentation certifying the coin as one of the first 200 struck. Determined to be in flawless Proof 70 (PF70) condition, the coin also earned the designation Ultra Cameo (UC) for the dramatic visual contrast between its frosted and mirrored finishes.
This Piedfort style Silver Proof 2019 Tower of London: Raven coin will be a cherished addition to your collection!
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