2014 First World War Outbreak £20 Silver Coin

The second BU silver Twenty Pound coin issued by The Royal Mint commemorates the 100th anniversary of the outbreak of the First World War in 1914. It features a striking design of Britannia and the lion watching over Royal Navy troop ships as they set sail for France. Approximately 1,000,000 British Empire military personnel would go on to perish in the next four years; this £20 coin has been struck to remember those who fought for King and Country and made the ultimate sacrifice. The reverse of the coin was engraved by sculptor John Bergdahl and he majestically recreates Britannia overlooking the first troop ships as they answer the country's call of duty.

• Issuing Authority: The Royal Mint, United Kingdom
• Denomination: £20 (non-circulating legal tender)
• Year of Issue: 2014
• Composition: 99.9% Fine Silver
• Weight: 15.71 g
• Diameter: 27 mm
• Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated
• Mintage: Limited issue (part of the £20 commemorative programme)
• Presentation: Official Royal Mint folder