UK Releases Britannia 4-Coin Silver Proof Set

The UNITED KINGDOM, a seafaring nation located in western Europe in the Atlantic Ocean, has just released a four coin silver proof set containing the denominations of 20 pence, 50 pence £1 (1 pound), and £2. Britannia is a mythical figure that was first put onto British coins in 1697; she symbolizes the strength of Britain. Information about this proof set release, along with the original coin images, are thanks to this article from CoinNews.net.

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