2019 Alderney Silver Proof £1 Coin - Coloured - REMEMBRANCE DAY

A century ago in 1919, King George V began the tradition of Remembrance in tribute to the millions who had lost their lives serving in the "Great War".  It has since become an important annual event not just in the United Kingdom but across the Commonwealth and the world, in which we honour the memory of all fallen service personnel from past and present conflicts.  Official commemorations are held each November, and were customarily led by Queen Elizabeth II at the Cenotaph on London's Whitehall, where wreaths of poppies are laid as a mark of respect.  Today an internationally recognised symbol of Remembrance and hope, the distinctive red flower flourished depsite the chaos on the battlefields of World War I, and was made famous following its appearance in Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae's poem, "In Flanders Fields".

Officially approved by Buckingham Palace, the £1 silver coin is struck in 925/1000 Sterling Silver to the most immaculate proof finish.  They feature on their reverse a fitting and poignant display of poppies, which are accentuated in vibrant full colour.  Providing the perfect complement is a background of barbed wire, alongside the words "Lest We Forget", which originate from an 1897 verse by renowned author Rudyard Kipling and feature widely on war memorials.  On the obverse is an official portrait of Her Majesty the Queen, Commander-in-Chief of our British Armed Forces. 

Coin Specifications

Metal - 925/1000 Sterling Silver

Quality - Proof

Diameter - 22.00m

Weight - 10.00g

Country of Issue - Alderney

Denomination - £1

Presented in a presentation capsule.