2018 2 oz Silver Coin - Biblical Series (Jesus Scourged)

Description

Coin Highlights: Contains 2 oz of .999 fine Silver. Individually housed in a card with an assay certificate. Each 2 oz coin in this Biblical series is packaged in a gift box reminiscent of the Bible. Included certificate of authenticity lists John 19:1 (ESV) which states:" Then Pilate took Jesus and flogged him". Obverse: Depicts the Raphael Maklouf likeness of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II surrounded by the weight, purity and face value. Reverse: Features Jesus' flogging during the trial leading up to His crucifixion. Edge: Laser-etched serial number, from 1 to 1499, which matches the serial number found on the included certificate of authenticity. Complete your Biblical Series Collection by adding this leather-bound album available exclusively from APMEX. Scottsdale Mint has done a phenomenal job of showcasing various narratives through their innovative designs on each of the Biblical Series coins. This stunning antique-finish coin is the perfect way to start this year's installments of the series. Start your own journey or give a fantastic gift with this dramatic Silver 2 oz coin. Add the 2 oz Silver Jesus Scourged coin to your cart today!The certificate of authenticity has an antique feel that coincides nicely with both the finish of the 2 oz coin and the design subject. Included on the certificate is an image of Gustave Doré's "Jesus Scourged", showing how accurately Scottsdale Mint's creative team recreated the original artwork for this coin series. The artist Doré's rendering of Jesus' flogging during the trial leading up to his crucifixion, though tragic, is not as gruesome looking as many of us expected. History reveals to us that the Romans employed three types of whipping, each with an increasing degree of severity. Level One was a moderate beating for minor offenses. Level Two was a severe flogging for more serious crimes. Finally, Level Three was the most brutal, inhumane form of punishment. It was too horrific to describe