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2026 Cook Islands 1 Ounce Knight Games Jousting Colored Silver Proof Coin

William Marshal (1147–1219) is considered to be one of the greatest knights of the Middle Ages. He won countless tournaments, earned fame and fortune and served several kings of England. Even during his lifetime, he was celebrated as “the greatest knight who ever lived.”

This coin series, consisting of three issues, traces the path of a man who embodied the virtues of chivalry like no other: Courage, honor and loyalty.

The first issue depicts William Marshall during a joust, the supreme discipline of knightly competitions. What makes this design unique is the perspective. We see this duel and the moment just before the decisive clash with his opponent from William Marshall’s point of view – more precisely, from the perspective through his visor. Depicted on his helmet, alongside his family coat of arms, is the cross of the Knights Templar, to which he belonged.

The concave reverse side enhances the dynamic effect of the battle scene and conveys the speed, tension and intensity of the tournament. The finest details of the armor, weapons and the cheering tournament crowd lend the motif a particularly realistic atmosphere.

The obverse side depicts the victor bowing before the grandstand, as is customary after a victory. The outer rim features his official title in micro-script. This stunning high relief silver coin is limited to just 750 pieces worldwide.

Hold history in your hands — The legend of William Marshal, the greatest knight of all time.

These beautiful fine silver coins are issued as legal tender by Cook Islands.