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The Angel 2026 UK 1oz Gold Proof Coin /w Box & Coa, The Royal Mint, Great Britain

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  • Limited Edition 260
  • A modern reinterpretation of the historic angel coin
  • The reverse of the coin depicts the Archangel Michael slaying Satan, who is represented as a dragon
  • Parts of the design have a higher relief, giving the coin a more pronounced, three-dimensional look, which makes it especially appealing to collectors
  • Considered to be of cultural significance when it was in use, the historic angel was used in touching ceremonies to protect the bearer from scrofula, also known as ‘the king’s evil’
  • Features the inscription ‘PER CRUCEM TUAM + SALVA NOS CHRISTE REDEMPTOR’, which translates as ‘By thy Cross, save us, O Christ, our Redeemer’
  • Struck in 1oz of 999.9 fine gold to Proof standard
  • Designed by sculptor Sandra Deiana
The Angel 2026 UK 1oz Gold Proof Coin /w Box & Coa, The Royal Mint, Great Britain
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Specification
Specification Value
Denomination £100
Maximum Coin Mintage 260
Alloy 999.9 Fine Gold
Weight 31.21 g
Diameter 32.69mm
Specification Value
Reverse Designer Sandra Deiana
Obverse Designer Martin Jennings
Quality Proof
Year 2026
Pure Metal Type Gold
Edge Milled

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