Royal Mint New Release: The Shakespeare 2016 £50 Fine Silver Coin

The Royal Mint - William Shakespeare, also known as The Bard of Avon, was perhaps the greatest writer who ever lived, a national icon and titan of English literature. His works remain as relevant and compelling today as they were when they were first performed during Tudor times. His is a treasure trove of theatrical masterpieces; their craft, wit and brilliance transcends the ages.

It's only fitting that this £50 coin honours the playwright and his legacy in the year of the 400th anniversary of his death. The coin features an original design by seasoned coinage artist John Bergdahl and his choice of two masks portrayed as the writer himself perfectly captures the two sides of Shakespeare - comedy and tragedy. This coin is a commemorative coin. Commemorative coins are generally treasured for their aesthetic, collectible or rarity value, by those who appreciate the detailed hand-finished processes and expert skills used to make them. All coins made by The Royal Mint are legal tender whether commemorative or circulating, however, only circulating legal tender coins are designed to be spent and traded at businesses and banks.

The Shakespeare 2016 £50 Fine Silver Coin