The Caribbean Sea is a diverse marine habitat that supports many species of starfish, including the cushion sea star and brittle stars with their long, slender arms. These sea creatures are important to their environment. By preying on mollusks and moving along the seabed, they help clean coral reefs and contribute to the health of underwater ecosystems. Provident Metals is offering the 2024 EC8 Montserrat Starfish 1 oz Gold Coins for purchase today.

Highlights:

• Comes with a protective Certi-Lock Card!
• 7th annual release in the EC8 Series!
• Features a starfish-themed design honoring Montserrat!
• Limited mintage of only 2,500 coins!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold in BU condition.
• The face value of Ten Dollars (XCD) is backed by the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB).
• On the obverse is the ECCB official seal.
• The reverse displays the starfish imagery representing Montserrat.

Each 2024 EC8 Montserrat Starfish 1 oz Gold Coin is in Brilliant Uncirculated condition and arrives in a protective plastic capsule. This coin is part of the EC8 Series released by the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank and honors the island of Montserrat, its sea life, and its connection to the regions shared currency system.

Obverse

The obverse of the 2024 EC8 Montserrat Starfish Gold Coin shows the official seal of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank. This bank manages financial and currency matters for member island nations, including Montserrat. Known as the Emerald Isle of the Caribbean, Montserrat is home to rich green landscapes and the Soufrire Hills volcano, which changed the island significantly after a series of eruptions began in 1995. Inscriptions include EASTERN CARIBBEAN CENTRAL BANK, ECCB, 1 OZ .999 GOLD, and TEN DOLLARS.

Reverse

The reverse design of 2024 EC8 Starfish 1 oz Gold Coins features a starfish to honor one of Montserrats distinctive marine species. The islands waters contain nutrients from volcanic activity, helping support various types of starfish, such as the cushion star, royal sea star, and the rare nine-armed sea star. Inscriptions read MONTSERRAT and 2024.

History

Starfish play a key role in recycling nutrients and spreading organic matter across the ocean floor. Their activities also help distribute sediments, which is vital for the development of healthy reef systems. In Montserrats waters, which have seen major changes since the islands volcanic eruptions, starfish remain an essential part of the recovering marine ecosystem.

Ordering

If you have questions about this or other gold coins, feel free to contact Provident Metals at 1-800-313-3315, or reach out through our website.