2018 Gibraltar 1 oz Gold Royal Arms of England BU

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This striking modern gold coin from 2018 carries a face value of 5 Pounds and is legal tender in Gibraltar. Struck from one troy ounce of highly refined 0.9999 fine gold, the piece belongs to a yearly series that celebrates the rich heraldic traditions of Britain. The design elements connect the modern era directly to medieval English royalty. The reverse side displays the legendary coat of arms linked to King Richard I, popularly known as Richard the Lionheart. This heraldic emblem depicts three lions in a walking stance, facing the viewer, which represented the English monarch and served as the personal shield of the Plantagenet rulers for nearly two centuries. To represent the historical shift from the Plantagenet era to the Tudor Dynasty, the design also incorporates the Tudor Rose. On the obverse, the coin features the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II alongside the weight, purity, and denomination. The legible inscriptions include ELIZABETH II, DEI GRA REGINA, GIBRALTAR, 5 POUNDS, and 1 OUNCE 9999 FINE GOLD, confirming its official status and precious metal content. With a limited mintage of only 5,000 pieces, this brilliant uncirculated coin offers a fascinating look into centuries of royal symbolism.