1 oz, UK, 2016, Silver - Shakespeare
1oz, UK, 2016, Silver - Shakespeare. The commemorative 1 oz silver proof coin marks 400 years since the death of William Shakespeare.
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William Shakespeare, also known as The Bard of Avon, was perhaps the greatest writer who ever lived, a national icon and titan of English literature. His works remain as relevant and compelling today as they were when they were first performed during Tudor times. His is a treasure trove of theatrical masterpieces; their craft, wit and brilliance transcend the ages.
Designed by Tom Phillips, the reverse was inspired by the best-known portrait of William Shakespeare, an engraving that appears in the famous First Folio of his plays. The design is finished with the quotation "Put money in thy purse", chosen by the artist from Shakespeare’s tragedy Othello.
Coin Specifications:
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Country |
United Kingdom |
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Year |
2016 |
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Value |
1 Oz Fine Silver, 2 Pounds, Two Pounds, £2 |
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Metal |
1 troy oz Fine Silver .958 |
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Weight |
31.1035gm |
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Diameter |
38.61mm |
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Thickness |
3 mm |
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Obverse Design |
Jody Clark(J.C) |
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Reverse Design |
Tom Phillips |
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Shape |
Round |
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Last issue of series |
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Obverse |
Features the crowned old head of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the Royal Diamond Diadem crown worn for her Coronation (her effigy known as the "Fifth Portrait"). Lettering: ELIZABETH II · D · G · REG · F · D · 2 POUNDS · J.C (initials) |
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Reverse |
Features the portrait of William Shakespeare, facing front Lettering: PUT MONEY IN THY PURSE OTHELLO ACT 1 SC.3 (just right from the portrait) · 2016 · |
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Edge |
Milled (no inscription) |
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Mintage |
Proof Mintage |
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2016 |
999 749 coins were issued with a certificate of authenticity, and 250 boxed |
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- Material
- Fine-Silver
- Denomination
- 1 oz
- Shape
- Round
- Time
- 2000s
- Object
- Person (king, queen, tsar, president)
- Rulers
- Queen Elizabeth II