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Struck in 2 full troy ounces of pure silver with a mintage of only 299, Black Proof Finish lends a. Dark and foreboding air to the this depiction of the classic of Gothic horror that is Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Raven”! Truly rare, with an ultra-low mintage of just 299! One of the seminal works of Gothic fiction as well as American literature, “The Raven” tells the story of a mysterious raven’s midnight visit to the narrator, mourning the loss of his beloved Lenore. In 2025 we mark the 180th anniversary of its first release in 1845. We are thrilled to bring you The Raven 2025 2 Oz Pure Silver Black Proof! This haunting work of numismatic art brings “The Raven” to life, capturing the essence of one of the best known pieces of horror literature, written by Edgar Allan Poe. Author, poet and critic, and a key figure in American Romanticism and Gothic Horror, Poe is one of the most famous figures of American literature. In his short life, Poe made crucial contributions in an array of literary fields, including science fiction, detective stories, and, of course, tales of mystery and the macabre. One of his most famous works, “The Raven”, was first published in January 1845. This narrative poem tells a tale of death, loss, grief and eternal devotion. “The Raven” describes the laments of a young scholar, who, reeling from the death of his lover Lenore is visited by a raven who talks, albeit with an extremely limited vocabulary. The bird can croak only the single word “Nevermore, ” which becomes the refrain of the poem. The work propelled Poe to stardom, and remains one of the world’s most famous, most read, and most anthologized poems to this day. The large 2+ inch diameter planchet plays host to a detailed depiction of the raven and the bust statue of Pallas Athena, located above my chamber door. Bringing a dark, foreboding edge to an unforgettable commemorative issue, the use of the deep, rich Black Proof finish is an inspired touch. This numismatic work of art has a strictly limited mintage of a mere 299 coins! “The Raven” is a narrative poem by American writer Edgar Allan Poe. First published in January 1845, the poem is often noted for its supernatural atmosphere, musicality, and stylized language. It tells of a distraught lover who is paid a nocturnal visit by a mysterious raven that repeatedly speaks the single word Nevermore. The lover is lamenting the loss of his great love, Lenore. Sitting on a bust of Pallas Athena, the raven antagonizes the young man with its repetition of the word Nevermore. The poem employs folk, mythological, religious, and classical references, making it a tour-de-force that is accessible to the average reader. Edgar Allan Poe was a writer, poet, editor, and literary critic who is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his tales involving mystery and the macabre. He is widely regarded as one of the central figures of Gothic fiction in the United States and an icon of American literature. Poe was one of the USA’s first successful practitioners of the short story, and is generally considered to be the inventor of detective fiction. In addition, he is credited with contributing significantly to the emergence of science fiction. He is the first well-known American author to earn a living by writing alone, which resulted in a financially difficult life and career. Poe lived the life he wrote about, and in turn his life experiences are reflected in his works. His wedding to Virginia Clemm in 1836 raised eyebrows for several reasons. Not only was she his first cousin, she was also only 13 at the time of their marriage! Virginia had been named after her dead older sister, who had passed away at the age of two years just ten days before Virginia herself was born! The disease and eventual death of his wife Virginia had a substantial and serious effect on Edgar Allan Poe, who became despondent and turned to alcohol to cope. Watching her struggles with illness and eventually death affected his poetry and prose, where dying young women appear as a frequent motif, as in “The Raven”, “Ligeia” and “Annabel Lee”. Famous for his moody, atmospheric horror fiction, especially his short stories, Poe gained even more notoriety upon his unexplained death at the young age of 40. The cause of his mysterious passing remains unknown and has been attributed over the years to many causes, including disease, alcoholism, substance abuse, and suicide. Born in Boston, Poe is most associated with the city of Baltimore, Maryland, so much so that Baltimore’s NFL Team is named the Ravens. And it’s a raven that sits carved atop Poe’s grave marker in Baltimore. The titular Raven, perched next to the bust of Pallas Athena, cries NEVERMORE. The skull in the arch above our raven is a creepy touch. His Majesty, King Charles III, in profile effigy facing left. This portrait was executed by the engraver Jody Clark. The legend CHARLES III, the date of issue and denomination also appear, while the legend 2 OZ 999 SILVER guarantees the weight and purity. The coin is encapsulated inside a luxurious clamshell-style wooden presentation case, lined with black velvet and satin, and protected by a full color outer cardboard box. An individually-numbered certificate of authenticity is included. The image of the back side of the certificate is a mint-supplied image intended for general reference only. Serial number on image is NOT indicative of the serial number you will receive! 999 Fine (Pure) Silver.