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Maundy Money is distributed by the monarch as part of the Royal Maundy service, held on Maundy Thursday, the day before Good Friday. The sterling silver coins given to elderly recipients as part of this ceremony are made by The Royal Mint and are highly collectable.
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All Maundy coins struck in Queen Elizabeth II's reign feature Mary Gillick's youthful portrait of Her Majesty with the words '+ ELIZABETH · II · DEI · GRATIA · REGINA · F: D:' around.
The reverse of Maundy Money coins features a classic crown and wreath design, originally created by Jean Baptiste Merlen. A central number divides the date, surmounted by a royal crown and encircled by oak leaves.
In 2008, Royal Maundy was distributed at St Patrick's Cathedral in Armagh, Northern Ireland. The ceremony has rarely been held outside of England, making this year particularly notable.
Maundy sets, including this 2008 example, are sought-after by collectors who look for complete 4-coin sets in excellent condition.
