Gabriel Archangel – 2 Troy Ounce .999 Fine Silver Round

A messenger at a moment of extraordinary significance, Gabriel has inspired centuries of religious art. Intaglio Mint’s Gabriel Archangel round presents the figure standing before classical architecture, with an extended hand that gives the composition a sense of address and purpose. Two troy ounces of .999 fine silver give this devotional subject a substantial form.

The Messenger of the Annunciation

In the Gospel of Luke, Gabriel appears to Zechariah to announce the coming birth of John the Baptist, then visits Mary in Nazareth to announce that she will bear Jesus. The latter encounter is known as the Annunciation and became one of the most frequently depicted scenes in Christian art.

Artists developed a visual language around that moment. Gabriel often carries a lily, associated with Mary’s purity, or appears with a written greeting. Gesture also matters: a raised or extended hand can make the silent image feel like an announcement in progress. These conventions helped viewers recognize the story across paintings, sculpture, and devotional objects.

This round focuses on Gabriel as an individual figure rather than presenting the complete meeting with Mary. The architectural setting and forward gesture draw attention to the messenger, making the design a thoughtful addition to a collection of sacred imagery or finely detailed silver rounds.

Obverse Design

Gabriel stands on a brick platform with the right hand extended. Greek-style columns and a surrounding structure provide the backdrop, while “GABRIEL ARCHANGEL” above identifies the subject. The ordered architecture frames the figure and reinforces the formal character of the composition.

Reverse Design

The reverse features a large Intaglio Mint logo within a plain border. “TWO TROY OUNCES” and “.999 FINE SILVER” state the silver content, separated by groups of six stars on either side.

Specifications

• Weight: 2.00 troy ounces
• Thickness: Approximately 6 mm
• Purity: .999 fine silver
• Edge: Reeded
• Diameter: 39 mm
• Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated

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