2020 Samoa 1/2 oz Silver Serpent of Milan Antique finish

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Issued from the island nation of Samoa comes this low mintage bullion coin featuring the emblem of the Visconti of Milan, a child being swallowed by a serpent. The unique artistic appeal makes this 1/2 oz Silver coin a rare treasure.


This is one of several coins in the 2020 Serpent of Milan collection, issued by the Samoan government in partnership with the Scottsdale Mint. This series embodies the history and design of Middle Age Milan. The historic image depicted on the 1/2 oz Silver coin is the emblem of the illustrious Visconti of Milan, one of Italy's most powerful families. The Visconti coat of arms features the 'Biscione' serpent swallowing a child. This symbol can be found today in select Milanese locations, and is also featured within the logo of Italian automobile maker Alfa Romeo.


Coin Highlights:

  1. Contains 1/2 oz of .999 fine Silver.
  2. Each coin comes in a protective plastic capsules 
  3. Obverse: Features the Samoan crest along with denomination of 1 Tala (Samoa).
  4. Reverse: Features the emblem of the Visconti of Milan, a "Biscione" serpent devouring a child.
  5. This coin is manufactured and distributed by Scottsdale Mint and is legal tender in Samoa.


This is one of six coins in the 2020 launch of the Serpent of Milan collection, released in partnership with the country of Samoa. Add this beautiful Silver Samoan Serpent of Milan coin to your cart today!

*Image is a Stock photograph. 

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