Isle of Man Archangel Michael Angel 1995 Bimetalic Gold & Platinum Case/COA

Isle of Man – Archangel Michael – Angel – 1995 – Bimetalic Gold & Platinum – Case/COA – This beautiful coin was a one-year issue and depicts the image of the Archangel Michael slaying the devil in the form of a dragon. First used as a coin design over 500 years ago in 1465 during the reign of England’s King Edward IV, the Gold Angel soon became popular and served as a diversion from the War of the Roses that divided the nation. It was believed to bring good luck to the holder, and in an era dominated by wars and plagues, it was said to have miraculous healing powers. In addition to its stunning design, this was the first coin ever produced as a bimetallic gold and platinum coin. It was struck from one-eighth ounce of gold surrounded by a one-eighth ounce platinum outer ring. This beautiful coin comes in a Mint issued display case with a Certificate of Authenticity and along with the bimetallic gold and platinum Noble issued simultaneously (and found on our website) would truly be the centerpiece of a modern day collection of proof bimetallic coins.