{"product_id":"2025-ec8-antigua-barbuda-rum-runner-and-pirate-1-oz-silver-coin-alpha-strike","title":"2025 EC8 Antigua \u0026 Barbuda | Rum Runner and Pirate 1 oz Silver Coin Alpha Strike","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2025 EC8 Antigua \u0026amp; Barbuda Rum Runner and Pirate 1oz Silver Coin Alpha Strike\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2025 EC8 Antigua \u0026amp; Barbuda Rum Runner and Pirate 1oz Silver Coin Alpha Strike\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a captivating release from Scottsdale Mint’s renowned \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEastern Caribbean 8 (EC8) Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Struck from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 troy ounce of .999 fine silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this beautifully crafted coin celebrates the rich maritime history, seafaring legends, and pirate folklore associated with Antigua \u0026amp; Barbuda and the wider Caribbean region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeaturing exceptional detail and Scottsdale Mint’s world-class minting quality, the reverse design depicts a dramatic scene inspired by Caribbean rum runners and pirates who once navigated these historic waters. The artwork captures the adventure, mystery, and heritage that have become synonymous with the Caribbean’s golden age of sailing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced by the prestigious \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScottsdale Mint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this official legal tender issue combines stunning artistry with high-purity silver, making it an attractive addition for collectors of maritime-themed coins, Caribbean releases, and the popular EC8 series.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis special \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlpha Strike\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e edition represents some of the earliest coins struck during production, offering enhanced exclusivity for collectors seeking premium examples from the initial minting run.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContains 1 troy ounce of .999 fine silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced by Scottsdale Mint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart of the Eastern Caribbean 8 (EC8) Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures the Rum Runner and Pirate design of Antigua \u0026amp; Barbuda\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOfficial legal tender issue of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlpha Strike designation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrilliant Uncirculated condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePopular maritime and Caribbean-themed collectible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited mintage release\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Antigua \u0026amp; Barbuda’s Maritime Heritage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntigua \u0026amp; Barbuda has a long and fascinating connection to Caribbean maritime history. Its strategic location made it an important hub for trade, naval operations, and seafaring activity throughout the colonial era. Tales of pirates, privateers, and rum-running vessels have become an enduring part of the islands’ cultural identity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis release celebrates that adventurous history while continuing the EC8 Series tradition of highlighting the unique heritage, culture, and stories of the Eastern Caribbean nations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose an Alpha Strike Coin?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlpha Strike coins are among the first coins struck during a production run and are highly sought after by collectors. Their early-strike designation and limited availability add an extra level of desirability for both EC8 enthusiasts and modern coin collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Buy from 156Bullion?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 156Bullion, we specialise in premium bullion and collectible precious metal products sourced from leading global mints and refiners. Every order is securely packaged and carefully dispatched to ensure your collectibles arrive safely and in excellent condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMint:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Scottsdale Mint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e EC8 Eastern Caribbean 8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antigua \u0026amp; Barbuda\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1 Troy Ounce\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e .999 Fine Silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Brilliant Uncirculated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Alpha Strike\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLegal Tender:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Eastern Caribbean Central Bank Issue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"156Bullion","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53814913401175,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7583\/8807\/files\/1A553B15-2ABE-4540-9B7F-56A06F53EF2A.png?v=1781777374","url":"https:\/\/156bullion.co.uk\/products\/2025-ec8-antigua-barbuda-rum-runner-and-pirate-1-oz-silver-coin-alpha-strike","provider":"156Bullion","version":"1.0","type":"link"}