{"product_id":"2026-the-angel-1-oz-silver-bullion-coin","title":"2026 'The Angel' 1 oz Silver Bullion Coin","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"188\"\u003eFollowing the success and fanfare of the initial proof release, The Angel design, traditionally famed for bringing protection and good fortune, is back in bullion form from The Royal Mint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"373\"\u003eThis release is not only a fantastic choice to celebrate the original Angel coin, but it is also great for strengthening precious metal investment holdings with its CGT exempt status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"776\"\u003eFeaturing the work of renowned designer and sculptor Sandra Deiana, the reverse of the coin features a reinterpretation of the original 15th Century Angel coin, showcasing St Michael battling Satan, who is presented in the form of a dragon. This 2026 coin pays homage to the original coin with excellent detail, using modern-day manufacturing techniques to embellish the reverse with a secure pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"999\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"791\"\u003eFineness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 999 Fine Silver\u003cbr data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"810\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"833\"\u003eTotal Metal Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 troy ounce\u003cbr data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"849\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"865\"\u003eItem Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 31.21 grams\u003cbr data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"880\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"893\"\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38.61mm\u003cbr data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"904\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"904\" data-end=\"915\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bullion\u003cbr data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"926\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"943\"\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose coin\u003cbr data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"957\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"972\"\u003eTax Status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capital Gains Tax exempt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003eBrowse the full bullion range of The Angel coins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003eWhat Is The Symbolism Of The Angel Design?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eThe Angel is one of the most fascinating coins in numismatic history. The coin’s name derives from the design showing the Archangel Michael battling Satan, who is presented in the form of a dragon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003eWhat Is The History of the Angel Design?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003eFirst issued in the 1460s during the reign of Edward IV as a smaller replacement for the noble, the Angel later became a healing piece associated with “touching ceremonies.” During these ceremonies, it was believed that the reigning monarch could pass on some of their God-given power and cure sufferers of scrofula, a bacterial infection of the lymph nodes also known as the “king’s evil.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003eThe Angel would be touched and often pierced, then hung around the person’s neck with white ribbon to continue protecting the person wearing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003eProduction of the Angel originally ended in the mid-seventeenth century, but The Royal Mint has introduced a fresh interpretation of the coin, featuring a modern reimagining of the classic St Michael design by Sandra Deiana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2109\" data-end=\"2129\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2109\" data-end=\"2129\"\u003eWhat is Bullion?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2453\"\u003eBullion refers to precious metals like gold and silver, valued primarily for their weight and purity. It is typically bought as coins or bars and traded close to its intrinsic metal value. This is irrespective of the coin’s condition, unlike proof and uncirculated products that may have a value above the intrinsic price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2455\" data-end=\"2485\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2455\" data-end=\"2485\"\u003eWhat Is Capital Gains Tax?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2810\"\u003eCapital Gains Tax (CGT) is a form of levy imposed on the profit gained from the sale of assets, such as real estate, investments, and collectibles. In the United Kingdom, the present CGT allowance is £3,000 per annum per individual, which means one can earn up to £3,000 from the sale of assets before being subject to CGT.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2812\" data-end=\"2924\"\u003eFor UK residents, bullion coins that are UK legal tender pound sterling coins are exempt from Capital Gains Tax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2926\" data-end=\"2957\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2926\" data-end=\"2957\"\u003eRoyal Mint Official Partner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2959\" data-end=\"3057\"\u003eNewly minted products are directly sourced from The Royal Mint headquarters in Llantrisant, Wales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3059\" data-end=\"3070\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3059\" data-end=\"3070\"\u003eObverse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3072\" data-end=\"3207\"\u003eThe obverse features the uncrowned portrait of His Majesty King Charles III, designed by Martin Jennings, framed by the following text:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3209\" data-end=\"3255\"\u003eCHARLES III · D · G · REX · F · D · 2 POUNDS ·\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3257\" data-end=\"3268\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3257\" data-end=\"3268\"\u003eReverse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3270\" data-end=\"3493\"\u003eThe reverse features a reinterpretation of the original Angel coin from renowned coin designer Sandra Deiana, with a winged St Michael smiting a floored dragon with his holy spear. The image is framed by the following text:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3495\" data-end=\"3574\"\u003e1 OZ · FINE SILVER · 999 · 2026 · PER CRUCEM TUAM + SALVA NOS CHRISTE REDEMPTOR\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3576\" data-end=\"3606\"\u003eWith the Latin translating as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3608\" data-end=\"3653\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eBY THY CROSS, SAVE US, O CHRIST, OUR REDEEMER\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IRISH BULLION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53941146648913,"sku":null,"price":76.62,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1026\/8973\/4993\/files\/2026-the-angel-1-oz-silver-bullion-coin-reverse-trm.webp?v=1780427780","url":"https:\/\/irishmint.co.uk\/products\/2026-the-angel-1-oz-silver-bullion-coin","provider":"IRISH BULLION","version":"1.0","type":"link"}