Item Description
 
The 2018 Gibraltar 1 oz Silver Lion – Royal Arms of England Collection Coin celebrates one of the most enduring heraldic emblems in British history. Struck from 1 troy ounce of .999 fine silver in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, this coin features the legendary Royal Arms associated with Richard I of England, also known as Richard the Lionheart.
 
The design prominently displays the historic heraldic shield bearing the three lions passant-guardant, a symbol that has represented English royalty and sovereignty for centuries. These lions became widely recognized during the reign of King Richard I and remain among the most iconic symbols in British heraldry.
 
Issued as legal tender in Gibraltar, the coin carries a limited worldwide mintage of 50,000 pieces. Combining fine silver bullion value with historic symbolism, the Gibraltar Royal Arms of England series offers collectors a distinctive tribute to medieval royal heraldry.
 
Round Highlights
 
Issuing Country: Gibraltar
 
Year: 2018
 
Face Value: 1 Pound
 
Metal Content: 1 Troy oz
 
Purity: .999 Fine Silver
 
Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
 
Mintage: Limited to 50,000 coins worldwide
 
Packaging: Mint-issued protective capsule
 
 
Design Details
 
Obverse
 
The obverse features the Raphael Maklouf effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by inscriptions denoting the issuing authority and denomination. A narrow beaded border tightly encircles the rim, framing the design with a classic coinage style.
 
Reverse
 
The reverse centrally displays the heraldic escutcheon of King Richard I of England, bearing the Plantagenet Royal Arms. The shield showcases the famous three lions passant-guardant, a historic symbol representing English royal authority and strength.