The scene depicted is from Book I of “A Collection of Emblems,” by George Wither. The book was both written and illustrated by the author in 1635.
“When Thou a Dangerous-Way does go, Walk surely though thy pace be slow”
- Contains: 2 oz. Troy .999 Fine Silver
- Obverse: A village to the right of a mountainside in the background with a snail negotiating a narrow bridge.
- Reverse: An eagle with wings spread centered with a crown above and holding a flowing ribbon with the talons on a circular background of a diamond pattern. “500 Total Mintage” below eagle. LIMITED MINTAGE ™ across the top circumference, and MINT CLUB ™ across the bottom circumference.
“TOTAL MINTAGE 500” on the upper rounded dentil circumference, and hallmark text “TWO TROY OUNCES .999 FINE SILVER” on the lower rounded dentil circumference.
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY
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Specifications:
- Weight: 2.00 troy ounce
- Thickness: ~6mm
- Purity: .999 fine
- Edge: Reeded
- Diameter: 39mm
- Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated
