CYBELE Goddesses 5 Oz Silver Coin 5 Pound Saint Helena 2024

The reverse of the coin depicts an elegant and emotional representation of Cybele, typically depicted as a seated figure, wearing a mural crown, a symbolic headpiece representing her association with fortifications and city walls. She is often shown holding a drum, symbolizing the rhythm of life, and accompanied by lions, which were sacred to her. Other symbols associated with Cybele include a cornucopia, representing abundance, and a key, symbolizing her power to open and close the gates of the underworld. On the reverse also the inscriptions: "MMXXIV" - the year of issue and "CYBELE" - the name of the coin. The obverse shows the Effigy of King Charles III, along with the inscriptions: "CHARLES III" - the king's name, "D.G.REX F.D." - the Latin expression honoring the king, "ST. HELENA" - the country of issue and "5 POUND" - the face value.