The Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II in June 2022 was a historic event, commemorating her 70 years on the British throne. The celebration spanned four days and included a grand Trooping the Colour parade, a service of thanksgiving at St. Pauls Cathedral, a concert at Buckingham Palace, and nationwide street parties. Right now, 2022 Proof St. Helena Queens Platinum Jubilee 1 oz Gold Coins are available in certified perfect condition from Provident Metals.

Highlights:

• Arrives in a protective plastic slab!
• Honors Queen Elizabeth IIs Platinum Jubilee!
• Limited mintage of only 250 coins!
• Limited number of certified perfect specimens!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold.
• Bears a face value of 5 Pounds backed by St. Helena.
• Issued a Grade of PF70 by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation.
• Ultra-cameo proof.
• First Day of Issue.
• The obverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II.
• The reverse includes her initials, a sovereign crown, allegorical female figures, and a heraldic lion.
• Design by Chiara Principe.

Each 2022 Proof St. Helena Queens Platinum Jubilee 1 oz Gold Coin in this listing has received a perfect PF70 grade. This means it retains its original mint luster and has no visible flaws. Ultra-cameo proofs feature frosted designs that contrast against deeply reflective fields. The First Day of Issue designation indicates that these coins were submitted for grading within 24 hours of their official release. The protective slab housing each coin includes a label featuring an image of Queen Elizabeth II.

Obverse

The obverse of the 2022 Proof St. Helena Queens Platinum Jubilee Gold Coin displays the final official portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. Designed by Jody Clark, it captures her in right-profile relief wearing the George IV State Diadem. Her reign spanned over seven decades, beginning with her accession on February 6, 1952, upon the passing of her father, King George VI, and concluding with her own passing on September 8, 2022. Inscriptions read ELIZABETH II, D.G. REGINA F.D., ST. HELENA, 2022, and 5 POUNDS.

Reverse

On the reverse of the 2022 Proof Queens Platinum Jubilee 1 oz Gold Coin, artist Chiara Principe presents a neoclassical design. This side of the coin features the Queens royal initials, ERII, a 70th-anniversary emblem, and a heraldic lion at the bottom. Two allegorical female figures flank the sceneone representing loyalty and friendship on the left, while the other symbolizes peace and freedom on the right. Inscriptions include AMICITIA, FIDES, LIBERTAS, PAX, 70, and ERII.

History

Queen Elizabeth IIs reign was unprecedented in British history. She became only the second monarch to celebrate a Diamond Jubilee in 2012, following Queen Victoria. In 2015, she surpassed Victorias record as the longest-reigning British monarch. By 2022, she became the first English ruler ever to reach a Platinum Jubilee, marking 70 years of service.

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