{"product_id":"1978-jamaica-25-sterling-silver-proof-25th-anniversary-of-the-coronation-4-oz","title":"1978 Jamaica $25 Sterling Silver Proof – 25th Anniversary of the Coronation (4 oz)","description":"\u003cp\u003eJamaica issued this big $25 sterling silver proof in 1978 for the 25th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's coronation. It weighs 136 grams, just over 4 troy ounces of pure silver, and shows the crowned Queen seated with sceptre and orb. The other side carries the arms of Jamaica.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt comes in its maroon velvet case with the Bank of Jamaica certificate and outer box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry: Jamaica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear: 1978\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDenomination: $25\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComposition: Sterling silver (.925)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 136.08 g total; 125.87 g (4.047 troy oz) pure silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter: 62 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Proof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge: Reeded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertificate: Bank of Jamaica Certificate of Authenticity (English, plus bilingual card)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging: Coin case + box (Good condition)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Proof coin in capsule in the original maroon velvet case with certificates, plus the outer box with the Jamaican arms. Individually photographed — you receive the exact item shown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMintage: Limited to 25,000 proofs (per certificate); 22,000 struck (Numista)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe coronation took place on 2 June 1953. For the 1978 anniversary several Commonwealth countries issued large silver crowns. According to the certificate, this one was struck by Valcambi of Switzerland under the authority of the Bank of Jamaica, with the mintage limited to 25,000 proofs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Love This One\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOver four ounces of sterling in one coin, with a regal design to match. It makes a real statement in any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: this item is sold as is, including its packaging. The photos show the exact piece you will receive.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Freedom Silver","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719027314961,"sku":"FS-EDM-0078","price":495.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/4127\/6689\/files\/FS-EDM-0078_1978-Jamaica-25-Sterling-Silver-Proof-25th-Anniversary-of-the-Coronation-4-oz_04-back.jpg?v=1790119672","url":"https:\/\/www.freedom-silver.com\/products\/1978-jamaica-25-sterling-silver-proof-25th-anniversary-of-the-coronation-4-oz","provider":"Freedom Silver","version":"1.0","type":"link"}