Isle of Man 1 oz Silver Angel Rev Proof .999 Isle of Man 1 oz Silver Angel Rev Proof .999
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Contains 1 troy oz .999 fine silver
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Struck by the Pobjoy Mint.
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Proof specimen.
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The obverse features an effigy of Queen Elizabeth II.
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A depiction of Archangel Michael slaying a dragon on the reverse
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Arrives in a new Direct Fit capsule.
The Isle of Man Angel coin was issued during the reign of King Edward IV in 1465. Also referred to as the Lucky Angel, the coin’s popularity and mystique are due to its storied past.
For centuries, there have been stories of people miraculously escaping death while carrying the Angel coin. The Angel coin is also popular due to widespread belief in its healing properties.
During the Medieval Ages, kings often held ceremonies (touching for the king’s evil) with the belief that touching the coin would cure tuberculosis, known as “king’s evil” at the time.
PRESENT DAY
The Angel coin’s iconic image of Archangel Michael on horseback while slaying a dragon was redesigned in 1984 by the Pobjoy Mint. The stunning new design has captivated millions around the world, receiving numerous awards, including “coin of the year.”
The featured 2016 Isle of Man Angel coin is struck in one troy oz of .999 fine silver with a dazzling reverse proof finish. A reverse proof coin has a mirror-like finish on the design and a frosted background, creating a stunning visual effect.
The obverse side of the coin is graced with an effigy of Queen Elizabeth II designed and used exclusively only by the Pobjoy Mint. The portrait features a right-side profile of Her Majesty, crowned and wearing a pearl necklace and pearl earrings.
The 2016 Isle of Man angel coin is one of the most highly sought-after of the series. Each coin is absolutely pristine and arrives factory sealed in its original direct-fit capsule.
