Silver Coin Antigua & Barbuda: Rum Runner and Pirate 1 oz Silver 2025

Antigua & Barbuda Silver Coin: Rum Runner and Pirate 1 oz Silver 2025 is an issue from the prestigious Eastern Caribbean 8 (EC8) series, showcasing the history, culture, and heritage of the nations of the Caribbean region. The coin was struck by Scottsdale Mint from 1 troy ounce of .999 fine silver and refers to the fascinating era of sailors, merchants, and pirates navigating the Caribbean sea routes.

In the 17th and 18th centuries, the Caribbean was one of the world’s most important trade centers, and the waters around Antigua and Barbuda served as a stage for the activities of merchants, privateers, and pirates. This region played a significant role in the development of sailing, maritime trade, and the transport of valuable goods, including rum, which became a permanent part of the history and culture of the Caribbean islands.

The coin contains 1 troy ounce of .999 fine silver. Its diameter is 38.8 mm, thickness is 3.1 mm, and face value is 2 East Caribbean dollars (XCD). The mintage is limited to 25,000 pieces. The coin was struck in Brilliant Uncirculated standard and is official legal tender of the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union.

Obverse features the seal of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB). The design is complemented by information regarding the coin’s weight and silver purity.

Reverse depicts a pirate standing beside barrels of rum and holding a cutlass in his hand. The composition is complemented by elements referring to sailing and the maritime history of the Caribbean. The design captures the atmosphere of the age of sailing ships and pays tribute to the legends and stories that have been part of the heritage of Antigua and Barbuda for centuries.