1 oz Silver Coin - 100th Birthday - Queen Elizabeth II - Gilded - 2026
### Queen Elizabeth II - 100th Birthday 1 Oz Silver - Proof - Gilded - Gilded Motive - 99.99% pure Silver - Limited Mintage only 1,926 pieces - With Certificate of Authenticity - Delivery in original Box In honor of the **100th birthday of Queen Elizabeth II**, this **gilded commemorative coin** was struck from **1 oz of 99.99% pure silver** in proof quality. The design features a stylised reinterpretation of the iconic 1954 “Florin” motive, commemorating the young Queen’s first visit to Australia and honouring her historical significance to the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth. At its centre are a majestic lion and a kangaroo, powerfully depicted side by side, symbolising the close bond between Great Britain and Australia. Both figures, as well as the outer rim of the coin, are **enhanced with 24-carat gold**. The reverse features the portrait of King Charles III, along with information on the denomination, weight, and fineness. Elizabeth II was born on April 21, 1926, as Elizabeth Alexandra Mary of the House of Windsor in London. She ascended the throne on February 6, 1952, at the age of 25 and was crowned Queen on June 2, 1953, at Westminster Abbey. She served as constitutional monarch of 16 sovereign states known as the Commonwealth realms, Head of the Commonwealth of Nations, and Supreme Governor of the Church of England. Queen Elizabeth II was the longest-reigning monarch in British history and the first ever to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee. She passed away at the age of 96, surrounded by close family members at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. Following her death, her son, King Charles III, ascended the throne. Limited to 1,926 pieces worldwide, the **gilded silver proof coin** commemorating the **100th birthday of Queen Elizabeth II** is delivered in the original box including a certificate of authenticity.