Own The Mercanti & Maklouf 'Freedom' Pure Silver Proof Crown today - yours for just £249! (PLUS £3.95 P&P)

This year, the United States of America reaches a milestone that not many would have lived through before - two hundred and fifty years of a nation’s freedom. The signing of the Declaration of Independence on 4th July 1776, is what officially began as a bold vision that reshaped the modern world, and set in motion ideals of freedom, unity, and hope that continue to resonate today.

When an anniversary of this magnitude arrives, it deserves more than a passing nod. It calls for something enduring. Something tangible. Something worthy of being held, admired, and passed on - the 2026 Mercanti & Maklouf 'Freedom' Silver Proof Crown.

What truly sets this coin apart is its pedigree. In recognition of this shared historic milestone, two internationally revered designers, one American, one British, have joined forces to create a statement piece that will stand as a lasting testament to the craftsmanship, heritage and unity of their respective nations.

Mercanti and Maklouf 

It is almost unheard of for two internationally respected artists to come together on a single coin. Therefore, this is something genuinely special: a rare chance to own a pure silver crown that unites two nations, two artistic legacies - a historic anniversary that will not come again.

John Mercanti is one of the most influential figures in modern American coinage. As the 12th Chief Engraver of the United States Mint, his designs were selected to appear on some of the nation’s most important and widely collected gold and silver issues - an honour reserved for artists trusted to define America’s monetary identity. With more than 100 official designs to his name, his work on the reverse of the American Silver Eagle stands as a defining emblem of U.S. numismatics, instantly recognised by collectors worldwide.

Raphael Maklouf occupies a similarly rare position in British coin history. His regal portrait of Queen Elizabeth II was chosen to grace Britain’s circulating, precious metal coinage from 1985 to 1997, including the nation’s most prestigious gold issues. To be entrusted with such a role is an accolade afforded only to artists of the highest standing whose work is deemed worthy of representing sovereign authority, heritage and continuity. Maklouf’s artistry combines classical strength with refined elegance, earning enduring admiration from collectors across the world.

Icons of Freedom and Strength

The 2026 Mercanti & Maklouf 'Freedom' Silver Proof Crown is a powerful symbol of hope, friendship and international artistry. The coin design shows Mercanti’s front-facing Statue of Liberty, created in his elegant style, alongside Maklouf’s right-facing Britannia, sculpted with his signature attention to detail. Both iconic figures appear with the artists’ initials - hallmarks of quality and prestige. The word “FREEDOM” is engraved along the edge, with a special, exclusive, one-year-only privy mark of an ‘M’ to denote the two household names in coin history behind the design.

This spectacular issue is a remarkable reminder of the special relationship that exists between the USA and the UK, and a testament to the enduring values we hold dear. Just as the occasion is momentous, so, too, is the opportunity.  

Only 2,026 coins will ever exist, an exceptionally low amount, especially as history has shown us that milestone American anniversary issues are always highly sought after, particularly when issued with such an exceptional design.

Rest assured, you have no further commitments, and your purchase is protected by The London Mint Office's 14-day “no quibble” guarantee.

Metal:

Pure .999 Silver

Quality:

Proof

Weight:

20g

Diameter:

38.6mm

Issuing Authority:

Gibraltar

Denomination:

One Crown

Year of issue:

2026

Mintage limit:

2,026