The Una and the Lion Series continues an English tradition dating back to 1590. Inspired by Spenser’s The Faerie Queene, the latest design features bold, stylish artwork from Glyn Davies in the Art Nouveau style. And with their beautiful proof finish, you can be sure these will attract plenty of attention when on display. All-new design in the Una and the Lion Series! Limited mintage of only 1,500 silver coins! Contains 1 Troy oz of. The face value of 1 Pound is fully backed by St. A bust of King Charles III is shown on the obverse. Una and the lion are presented in the reverse field. Artwork by Glyn Davies. Edmund Spenser’s The Faerie Queene is an epic poem originally published in 1590. The year before, Spenser had presented the work to Queen Elizabeth I in an effort to obtain a royal patronage. The Queen approved of the work, in part because it was seen as a flattering allegory promoting both her reign and the Tudor dynasty. Her approval helped boost the poem’s status in England upon its official publication. In 1596, Spenser then published the remaining three books of The Faerie Queene, thereby cementing his legacy as an English literary icon. The obverse of 2023 1 oz Proof St. Helena Una and the Lion Coins contains a portrait of King Charles III. This effigy is credited to Glyn Davies and features His Majesty in left-profile relief. Inscriptions on the edge read Charles III, D G REX F D, St. On the reverse of 2023 St. Helena Silver Coins Una and the Lion are found. In this rendering, Una appears on the left as the lion sits beside her. The design also features a pattern of vines and a glimmering sun in the background.