During the recent restoration of a 600—year—old monastery in Coventry, England, a mysterious discovery made headlines. Hidden within one of the austere cells, historians found a medieval gold coin.

Why would a poor monk, forbidden from owning personal property of any kind, have a precious gold coin secreted away in his room? The answer to this medieval mystery is revealed in the coin's very name: The Gold Angel.

First issued more than 500 years ago by King Edward IV, British Gold Angel coins have been thought ...

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During the recent restoration of a 600—year—old monastery in Coventry, England, a mysterious discovery made headlines. Hidden within one of the austere cells, historians found a medieval gold coin.

Why would a poor monk, forbidden from owning personal property of any kind, have a precious gold coin secreted away in his room? The answer to this medieval mystery is revealed in the coin's very name: The Gold Angel.

First issued more than 500 years ago by King Edward IV, British Gold Angel coins have been thought for centuries to bring good luck, good fortune … even to possess healing powers —all inspired by the coin's depiction of St. Michael slaying a fire—breathing dragon.

This 2012 Angel is a first—ever release from England's award—winning Pobjoy Mint — struck in one—half gram of pure 24 karat gold! What's more, each 2012 British Gold Angel Proof honors Queen Elizabeth II's 60 years on the throne with a first and one—year—only dual effigy obverse.

Each detailed proof is a true masterpiece — and among the most affordable gold coins in the world! You won't find these historic gold treasures anywhere else. Order yours now — because these Angels just won't last!