Carpe Diem – 1 Troy Oz .999 Fine Silver Round | Veritas Numisma Series
Description:
Seize the day — while it’s still yours to grasp. Carpe Diem, one of the most iconic Latin maxims, charges into the Veritas Numisma Series with explosive energy and unmistakable urgency. Translated as “Seize the Day,” this rallying call to action reminds us that life is brief, and opportunity waits for no one.
Struck in 1 troy ounce of .999 fine silver, this 39mm round features a dramatic obverse: a skeletal rider galloping forward on a rearing horse, brandishing a flail of spiked stars. The motion is fierce, the expression relentless — a visceral interpretation of living with intent, purpose, and force. The words Carpe Diem arc above and below in bold relief, anchoring the message in timeless stone. The reverse features the series’ unifying image: a robed skeletal philosopher holding a torch, framed by the inscription “Enduring Latin Maxims.”
The Maxim:
Popularized by the Roman poet Horace, Carpe Diem is not merely about indulgence — it’s about action, courage, and living deliberately. This silver round encapsulates the spirit of choosing movement over stagnation, daring over doubt. In a world of distractions, this piece screams: ride forward or be left behind.
Highlights:
- Contains 1 troy oz of .999 Fine Silver
- Obverse: Skeleton riding a galloping horse with a flail in hand, encircled by the phrase “Carpe Diem”
- Reverse: Series common reverse with skeletal philosopher holding a torch, inscribed with “Enduring Latin Maxims”
- Diameter: 39mm
A perfect piece for risk-takers, dream-chasers, and anyone who refuses to let life pass quietly by.
Specifications:
- Weight: 1.00 troy ounce
- Thickness: 3.10 mm
- Purity: .999 fine
- Edge: Reeded
- Diameter: 39 mm
- Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated
