Item Description
 
The 2017 Silver Shield Democide (Slave Queen) 1 oz Silver Round is a powerful release from the MiniMintage Silver Shield Collection, combining bold artistic expression with ultra-low mintage scarcity. Limited to just 6,177 rounds worldwide, this issue offers both intrinsic silver value and significant collectible appeal, making it a compelling addition for serious stackers and thematic collectors.
 
Struck from one troy ounce of .999 fine silver, this round reflects Silver Shield’s philosophy of pairing undervalued silver with impactful, thought-provoking designs. The Democide theme challenges conventional narratives while reinforcing the collection’s focus on message-driven art, scarcity, and long-term collector interest.
 
Round Highlights
 
Contains 1 troy ounce of .999 fine silver
 
Ultra-low mintage of only 6,177 rounds
 
Part of the Silver Shield MiniMintage Collection
 
Privately minted silver round with strong thematic focus
 
Displays weight, purity, and year of issue
 
Design Details
 
Obverse
 
The obverse depicts the Slave Queen, accompanied by the inscription “License to Murder” above the design and “In Democide They Trust” below. The imagery and text convey a stark message intended to provoke reflection on power, control, and historical consequences.
 
Reverse
 
The reverse features the iconic Silver Shield design, with 2017, the round’s weight, and .999 fine silver purity clearly stamped. The clean and recognizable layout reinforces authenticity while maintaining consistency across the Silver Shield series.