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1 Pound War Elephant
| Issuer | Government of Gibraltar |
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| Year | 2023 |
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| Composition | Silver (.999) |
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| Obverse description | The Gibraltar Coat of Arms rendered in high relief at centre, depicting a quartered shield supported by a crowned lion rampant to the left and a unicorn to the right, with a castle and key beneath on a scroll, and the motto ribbon. The date 2023 appears flanking the crest above the shield. The legend GIBRALTAR arcs along the upper field, with 1 TROY OUNCE inscribed vertically at left and 999 FINE SILVER at right. The denomination 1 POUND is inscribed in large characters along the lower field. |
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| Reverse description | A heavily armoured war elephant depicted in dynamic three-quarter frontal view, rendered in intricate high-relief engraving. The beast is adorned with elaborate battle armour including a crested helmet, decorative neck and body drapery, and tusks fitted with bladed weapons. The trunk is raised, conveying aggression and power. Radiating line borders frame the central device, and the smooth inner field contrasts with the finely detailed figure to create a strong sculptural effect. |
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| Edge | Reeded |
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