The mutiny aboard HMS Bounty on April 28, 1789, stands as one of the most well-known maritime uprisings in history. Fletcher Christian led the revolt against Lieutenant William Bligh, with tensions rising over Blighs leadership style. This significant historical event is remembered in the Pitcairn Islands Bounty Coin Series. Right now, 2025 1/4 oz Pitcairn Islands Gold Bounty Coins are available online from BGASC.

Highlights:

• Ships in a protective plastic flip!
• Honors the infamous mutiny on HMS Bounty!
• Limited mintage of just 1,000 coins!
• Contains 1/4 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold.
• Bears a face value of 1 Dollar backed by the Pitcairn Islands.
• Obverse showcases King Charles III.
• Reverse depicts HMS Bounty.

Each 2025 1/4 oz Pitcairn Islands Gold Bounty Coin is offered in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. These coins are minted by the Tower Mint and are securely packaged in protective plastic flips. The 1/4 oz Gold Bounty is part of a larger series with multiple weight options available.

Obverse

The obverse of the 2025 Pitcairn Islands Gold Bounty Coin features a left-profile portrait of King Charles III. This design, created by Glyn Davies, presents an uncrowned depiction of the King and is among the early official portraits of him used on coinage.

Reverse

On the reverse of the 2025 1/4 oz Gold Bounty Coin, HMS Bounty is shown at full sail. The ship gained notoriety after the 1789 mutiny, when Bligh and 18 loyal crew members were cast adrift in a small boat. Despite the circumstances, Bligh managed to navigate over 3,600 miles to safety in Timor. Meanwhile, some of the mutineers escaped to Pitcairn Island, where they remained to avoid capture. Their descendants continue to live on the island today, preserving a unique cultural heritage influenced by both British and Polynesian traditions.

History

The mutiny on HMS Bounty has had a lasting impact, influencing literature, films, and historical discussions on authority and discipline. Beyond its dramatic storytelling, the event led to adjustments in Royal Navy policies regarding leadership and crew management.

Ordering

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