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The 2017 Isle of Man 1 oz silver Angel proof 2-coin set is available at ABS Bullion. Angel coinsย are among the most popular coins, highly favored byย collectors and coin enthusiasts around the globe.
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Second 2 coin set from Pobjoy mint.
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Limited mintage of 500 proof sets.
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Contains 1 Troy oz of .999 proof specimen.
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Contains 1 Troy oz of .999 rev- proof specimen
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Each coin has a nominal value of 1 Angel.
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Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse.
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The reverse features Archangel Michaelย as he slays a dragon.
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Introduced in 1470ย by King Edward IV, the Angel coin has showcased the enduring image of Archangel Michael triumphing over the dragon, a scene inspired by the Book of Revelation.This timeless depiction has remained consistent over centuries
In 1526 King Henry VIIIย ordered the Angel coinย to replace the gold Nobleย which was the most widely used coin at the time.ย Skillfully crafted and expertly minted, the Angel coinย is one of theย most collectible precious metal coinsfor centuries.
The Angel coinsย popularityย is partly due toย the belief inย it’sย divine healing powers.ย Monarchsย often held ceremonies placingย an Angel coin around the neck of those suffering fromย tuberculosis,ย known asย scrofulaย at the time.
The featured 2017 silver Angel 2 coin set is proof struck in 1 troy oz of .999 fine silver by the Pobjoy mint. The coin’s reverse features an enhanced image of Archangel Michael slaying a dragon. The obverse bears an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
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