November 11th, 1945.
For the first time since the guns fell silent, the people of Britain gathered in unity – not in war, but in remembrance.
At the Cenotaph in London, His Majesty King George VI stood with head bowed, a wreath of poppies in hand. Beside him, a young Princess Elizabeth, dressed proudly in her Auxiliary Territorial Service uniform, laid her own tribute. Together, father and daughter embodied a nation’s grief and gratitude, a moment of quiet dignity shared by millions.
Winston Churchill, the man who had led Britain through its darkest days, stood solemnly nearby. Clergy, soldiers, and citizens alike filled the streets in silence. The weight of loss, the relief of peace, and the hope of a new beginning hanging in the air.
That first Remembrance Service after victory wasn’t merely a ceremony, it was a defining moment in the story of Britain.
And now, 80 years on, that moment has been captured forever in pure silver.
A Masterpiece Born from Remembrance
Introducing the VE Day Masterpiece Poppy® 5oz Silver Proof Coin – a numismatic work of art that unites craftsmanship, history, and emotion.
Each year a Masterpiece Poppy Coin is released in partnership with the Royal British Legion. This year’s release is the perfect tribute to the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War.
Each coin is struck from five ounces of the finest Pure Silver, finished to the highest Proof standard, and brought to life with ultra-high relief precision. Every fold, every feature, every line of that historic scene is sculpted in exquisite detail.
The artistry doesn’t stop there. The selective application of vivid red – the colour of remembrance, brings the poppy to life in a way that feels almost three-dimensional. Against the mirrored silver finish, it burns with quiet power, a symbol of sacrifice that will never fade.
Each coin is struck multiple times using a meticulous process reserved for the most premium issues, ensuring razor-sharp definition and a truly museum-quality finish.
Secure Your Place in History
Eighty years after that moment of national reflection, the VE Day Masterpiece Poppy® 5oz Silver Proof Coin stands as a beacon of remembrance and gratitude.
Its beauty lies not only in its craftsmanship, but in what it represents – courage, unity, and peace hard-won.
With demand expected to exceed availability, only a few privileged collectors will be able to own this enduring symbol of remembrance.
Because some moments in history deserve to be remembered – in silver, in colour, and forever.
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