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The East India Company has a long and storied history of producing high-quality coins and other valuable items, dating back to the 17th century. Today, the company continues to produce products that are sought after by collectors and investors around the world. The 1 oz 2023 Saint Helena Lucky Angel Gilded Proof Silver Coin is a testament to the company's commitment to excellence and tradition.

COIN HIGHLIGHTS

• Ships individually in protective packaging
• Consisting of 1 oz of 999 Fine Silver
• Obverse: Features the engraving of an effigy of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark, her name, the name of the country of the issue, the artist's initials, the legal tender value and the year of the release
• Reverse: Features the depiction of a gilded winged angel holding a staff and a wreath whilst standing on top of a gilded globe representing Earth, two branches of gilded laurel leaves, the inscription "ANGEL", and two gilded bees, the artist's signature and the East India Company logo mint mark

The 1 oz 2023 Saint Helena Lucky Angel Gilded Proof Silver Coin is a stunning new addition to the collection of coins produced by the East India Company. On the reverse side a detailed image of a guardian angel. The angel is depicted in a graceful pose, with wings spread, holding a staff and a wreath. The Lucky Angel is a symbol of protection and good fortune, making it a fitting image for a coin of this caliber. For the obverse an effigy of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is displayed.

ABOUT SAINT HELENA

The tiny, isolated Island of Saint Helena is an unlikely candidate as one of the most significant and influential nations in terms of global trade. Yet, looking back and examining the collective history, St. Helena is an integral component of worldwide trade and commerce. The Island, which spans an area of 47 square miles, was seen as an oasis by explorers and conquerors such as the Dutch, Portuguese, and English, all vying for control of the crucial port. In 1658 the British claimed the Island by making it a fortress and a hub for lucrative expeditions to India, China, and the rest of the Eastern world. The trading hub has now reached unprecedented heights of success, accounting for half of the world’s trade, establishing a monopoly in cotton, silk, salt, spices and tea, among many others, contributing to the vast and enormous wealth of the British empire. The Island, which remains a British colony to this day, was a vital component in the rise of the British empire.