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2016 S$10 Palau, Cupid & Psyche |
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PALAU |
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S$10 2016 CUPID & PSYCHE |
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NGC PF 70 ULTRA CAMEO |
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Palau Eternal Sculptures I
2016 – Cupid & Psyche
This 2 Oz Silver Coin is the first issue of the new series “Eternal Sculptures” and is dedicated to a love story, originally from Metamorphoses, and well known sculpture - Cupid and Psyche. For the first time, a coin has two-sides Smartminting! This coin features marble effect, has unbelievable details on the high relief surface and a Black Proof quality.
Limited mintage to only 999 pcs worldwide.
Psyche Revived by Cupid’s Kiss is a sculpture by Antonio Canova first commissioned in 1787 by Colonel John Campbell. It is regarded as a masterpiece of Neoclassical sculpture, but shows the mythological lovers at a moment of great emotion, characteristic of the emerging movement of Romanticism. It represents the god Cupid in the height of love and tenderness, immediately after awakening the lifeless Psyche with a kiss. The story of Cupid and Psyche is taken from Lucius Apuleius’ Latin novel The Golden Ass, and was popular in art.
Joachim Murat acquired the first or prime version in 1800. After his death the statue entered the Louvre Museum in Paris, France in 1824; Prince Yusupov, a Russian nobleman acquired the 2nd version of the piece from Canova in Rome in 1796, and it later entered the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg.
Having been recently awakened, Psyche reaches up towards her lover, Cupid, as he gently holds her by supporting her head and breast. Antonio Canova’s fine technique in carving marble contrasts their realistic smooth skin with the surrounding elements. Loosely draped around Psyche’s lower body, a sheet further emphasizes the difference between the texture of skin and drapery. Rough texture provides the basis of the rock upon which the composition is placed supplementing the distinctions of elements. Fine curls and lines make up the hair and light feathery details create realistic wings upon the landing Cupid.
The obverse of the coin depicts the famous sculpture Cupid and Psyche, in very high relief. In the center of the coin, this two protagonists are hugging in a love scene. The special paint used for the sculpture creates a beautiful marble effect. All around of the obverse, a floral decorative pattern all around the border. On the right side of the obverse, the logo and the name of the series: "Eternal Sculptures" and "Cupid and Psyche" – the name of the coin. In the bottom of the coin, an attractive inscription of the issue year with roman numbers: "MMXVI" - 2016.
The reverse of the coin depicts the other side of the sculpture, in High Relief and finished in the same marble effect. All around of the reverse, a beautiful decorative pattern. On the right side, the Coat of Arms of Palau and the face value: "10 Dollars".
Palau is an archipelago of over 500 islands, part of the Micronesia region in the western Pacific Ocean. Koror Island is home to the former capital, also named Koror, and is the islands’ commercial center. The larger Babeldaob has the present capital, Ngerulmud, plus mountains and sandy beaches on its east coast. In its north, ancient basalt monoliths known as Badrulchau lie in grassy fields surrounded by palm trees. ― Google
Capital: Ngerulmud
Official languages: Palauan, English
Continent: Oceania
Government: Republic, Unitary state, Representative democracy, Presidential system, Non-partisan democracy
Currency: United States Dollar
Population: 18,024 (2021) World Bank
Number of islands: 340 britannica.com
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2017 S$10 Palau, Venus De Milo |
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PALAU |
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S$10 2017 VENUS DE MILO |
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NGC PF 70 ULTRA CAMEO |
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Palau Eternal Sculptures I
2017 – Venus De Milo
This 2 Oz Silver Coin is the second issue of the new series “Eternal Sculptures.” This coin has two-sides Smartminting! This coin features marble effect, has unbelievable details on the high relief surface and a Black Proof quality.
Limited mintage to only 999 pcs worldwide.
Aphrodite of Milos, better known as the Venus de Milo, is an ancient Greek statue and one of the most famous works of ancient Greek sculpture. Created sometime between 130 and 100 BCE, it is believed to depict Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty (Venus to the Romans). It is a marble sculpture, slightly larger than life size at 203 cm (6 ft 8 in) high.
Part of an arm and the original plinth were lost following its discovery. From an inscription that was on its plinth, it is thought to be the work of Alexandros of Antioch; earlier, it was mistakenly attributed to the master sculptor Praxiteles. It is currently on permanent display at the Louvre Museum in Paris. The statue is named after the Greek island of Milos, where it was discovered.
The Aphrodite of Milos is widely renowned for the mystery of her missing arms. There is a filled hole below her right breast that originally contained a metal tenon that would have supported the separately carved right arm.
The obverse of the coin depicts the famous sculpture Venus de Milo, in very High Relief. The special paint used for the sculpture creates a beautiful marble effect. All around of the obverse, a floral decorative pattern. On the right side of the obverse, the logo and the name of the series: "Eternal Sculptures" and "Venus de Milo" – the name of the coin. On the bottom of the obverse, an attractive inscription of the issue year with roman numbers: "MMXVII" - 2017.
The reverse of the coin depicts the other side of the sculpture, in High Relief and finished in the same marble effect. All around of the reverse, a beautiful decorative pattern. On the left side, the Coat of Arms of Palau and the face value: "10 Dollars"
Palau is an archipelago of over 500 islands, part of the Micronesia region in the western Pacific Ocean. Koror Island is home to the former capital, also named Koror, and is the islands’ commercial center. The larger Babeldaob has the present capital, Ngerulmud, plus mountains and sandy beaches on its east coast. In its north, ancient basalt monoliths known as Badrulchau lie in grassy fields surrounded by palm trees. ― Google
Capital: Ngerulmud
Official languages: Palauan, English
Continent: Oceania
Government: Republic, Unitary state, Representative democracy, Presidential system, Non-partisan democracy
Currency: United States Dollar
Population: 18,024 (2021) World Bank
Number of islands: 340 britannica.com
Photos taken with Nikon D3300 DSL Camera with attached AF-S Nikkor 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G lens. Adobe Photoshop Elements used to fix any digital artifacts.
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2017 Night Animals, S$5, Red Panda |
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COOK ISLANDS |
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S$5 2017 Cook Is. Red Panda |
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NGC PF 69 ULTRA CAMEO |
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NGC shows only one graded at PF69 with zero in higher grades at this time.
This beautiful 1 ounce silver coin is the first release in the new NIGHT ANIMALS series and features one of China’s most endangered species - the Red Panda. Maximum mintage is 499 pieces.
The black proof coin has a stunning relief thanks to the the application of CIT & BH Mayers’ superb SmartMinting technology.
The red panda (Ailurus fulgens), also called the lesser panda, the red bear-cat, and the red cat-bear, is a mammal native to the eastern Himalayas and southwestern China. It has reddish-brown fur, a long, shaggy tail, and a waddling gait due to its shorter front legs; it is slightly larger than a domestic cat. It is arboreal, feeds mainly on bamboo, but also eats eggs, birds, and insects.
On this coin you see a Red Panda walking towards the viewer is a fine rendition that looks spot on for appearance and does a good job of filling the coin without looking like it’s been squeezed into the shape. Framed on both sides by bamboo, the use of colour on only the panda itself does a fine job of making it stand out from its ‘habitat’. The coin title and date are inscribed on this face, but are both quite innocuous as they’re coloured to match the background surrounding them. Issued for Cook Islands, the obverse obviously carries the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II surrounded by the usual coin inscriptions. This face is also finished as a black proof and has a moon and starry night sky struck in it – a nice touch.
The Cook Islands is a nation in the South Pacific, with political links to New Zealand. Its 15 islands are scattered over a vast area. The largest island, Rarotonga, is home to rugged mountains and Avarua, the national capital. To the north, Aitutaki Island has a vast lagoon encircled by coral reefs and small, sandy islets. The country is renowned for its many snorkeling and scuba-diving sites. ― Google
Capital: Avarua District
Area: 91.39 mi²
ISO code: COK
Population: 17,459 (2016)
Currencies: New Zealand Dollar, Cook Islands dollar
Official languages: Rarotongan, Pukapukan language, English
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2018 S1000F, Equatorial Guinea, Grim Reaper - Dark Side Series |
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EQUATORIAL GUINEA |
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S1000F 2018 Eq.guinea Grim Reaper - Dark Side |
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NGC PF 70 ULTRA CAMEO |
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2018 Equatorial Guinea – Grim Reaper: Dark Side Series
The Dark Side series of silver coins from Equatorial Guinea is a series of coins that depict the Codex Gigas, the largest medieval manuscript in the world. The first coin in the series was the 2016 Codex Gigas "the Dark Side" 1 oz Silver Coin. The second coin in the series is the 2018 Equatorial Guinea Grim Reaper Dark Side 1 oz Silver Coin.
This incredible Silver Black Proof coin is dedicated to one of the most feared and scary personification – the Grim Reaper. The coin features the Smartminting technology, has an incredible design, has a wonderful coloration.
Mintage: 666
Reverse: Coat of Arms with country above and denomination below
Obverse: Bust of the Grim Reaper holding his scythe with the blade going overhead. Flanked by gargoyles with the date to the left.
Death, due to its prominent place in human culture, is frequently imagined as a personified force, also known as the Grim Reaper. In some mythologies, the Grim Reaper causes the victim’s death by coming to collect them. In turn, people in some stories try to hold on to life by avoiding Death’s visit, or by fending Death off with bribery or tricks. Other beliefs hold that the Spectre of Death is only a psychopomp, serving to sever the last ties between the soul and the body, and to guide the deceased to the afterlife, without having any control over when or how the victim dies. Death is most often personified in male form, although in certain cultures Death is perceived as female (for instance, Marzanna in Slavic mythology).
Equatorial Guinea
Country in Central Africa
Equatorial Guinea is a Central African country comprising the Rio Muni mainland and 5 volcanic offshore islands. Capital Malabo, on Bioko Island, has Spanish colonial architecture and is a hub for the country’s prosperous oil industry. Its Arena Blanca beach draws dry-season butterflies. The tropical forest of the mainland’s Monte Alen National Park is home to gorillas, chimpanzees and elephants. ― Google
Capital: Malabo
Currency: Central African CFA franc
President: Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo
Prime minister: Manuela Roka Botey
Government: Republic, Dictatorship, Unitary state, Presidential system, One-party state
Continent: Africa
Official languages: Spanish, French, Portuguese
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2018 S$10 Palau, Rape of Proserpina |
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PALAU |
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S$10 2018 Rape of Proserpina |
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NGC PF 70 ULTRA CAMEO |
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Palau Eternal Sculptures I
2018 - Rape of Proserpina.
This 2 Oz Silver Coin is the third issue of the new series “Eternal Sculptures.” This coin has two-sides Smartminting! This coin features marble effect, has unbelievable details on the high relief surface and a Black Proof quality.
Limited mintage to only 999 pcs worldwide.
The Rape of Proserpina is a large Baroque marble sculptural group by Italian artist Gian Lorenzo Bernini, executed between 1621 and 1622. Bernini was only twenty-three years old at its completion. It depicts the Abduction of Proserpina, where Proserpina is seized and taken to the underworld by the god Pluto.
As with many of Bernini’s early works, it was commissioned by Cardinal Scipione Borghese, possibly alongside a portrait of Scipione’s uncle Pope Paul V (who had died in 1621). Bernini received at least three payments for the statue, of value of at least 450 Roman scudi. The sculpture was begun in 1621 and completed in 1622. Quite soon after completion, the statue was given by Scipione to Cardinal Ludovisi in 1622, who transported it to his villa. Purchased by the Italian State, it returned to the Villa Borghese in 1908.
Proserpina is an ancient Roman goddess whose cult, myths and mysteries were based on those of Greek Persephone and her mother Demeter, the Greek goddess of grain and agriculture. Just as Persephone was thought to be a daughter of Demeter, Romans made Proserpina a daughter of Demeter’s Roman equivalent, Ceres. Like Persephone, Proserpina is associated with the underworld realm and its ruler; and along with her mother Ceres, with the springtime growth of crops and the cycle of life, death and rebirth or renewal. Her name is a Latinisation of “Persephone”. Her core myths – her forcible abduction by the god of the Underworld, her mother’s search for her and her eventual but temporary restoration to the world above – are the subject of works in Roman and later art and literature. In particular, Proserpina’s seizure by the god of the Underworld – usually described as the Rape of Proserpina, or of Persephone – has offered dramatic subject matter for Renaissance and later sculptors and painters.
The obverse of the coin reproduces the incredible front view of the famous sculpture by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, the Rape of Proserpina. An exceptional high relief and the use of a special paint to recreate the sculpture's natural marble look, emphasizes the extraordinary beauty of this piece of art in miniature. All around the obverse, a floral decorative pattern completes the coin. On the right side of the obverse, the wonderful logo of the series and the inscriptions: "ETERNAL SCULPTURES" - the name of the series and "RAPE OF PROSERPINA" – the name of the coin. On the bottom of the obverse, the year of issue written in Roman numbers: "MMXVIII" - 2018.
The reverse of the coin reproduces the back view of the sculpture, using the same finishes and marble effect. All around of the reverse, a beautiful decorative pattern. On the left side, the Coat of Arms of Palau and the inscriptions: "REPUBLIC OF PALAU" – the issuing country and "10 DOLLARS" – the face value.
Palau is an archipelago of over 500 islands, part of the Micronesia region in the western Pacific Ocean. Koror Island is home to the former capital, also named Koror, and is the islands’ commercial center. The larger Babeldaob has the present capital, Ngerulmud, plus mountains and sandy beaches on its east coast. In its north, ancient basalt monoliths known as Badrulchau lie in grassy fields surrounded by palm trees. ― Google
Capital: Ngerulmud
Official languages: Palauan, English
Continent: Oceania
Government: Republic, Unitary state, Representative democracy, Presidential system, Non-partisan democracy
Currency: United States Dollar
Population: 18,024 (2021) World Bank
Number of islands: 340 britannica.com
Photos taken with Nikon D3300 DSL Camera with attached AF-S Nikkor 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G lens. Adobe Photoshop Elements used to fix any digital artifacts.
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2018 Night Animals, S$5, Eagle Owl |
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COOK ISLANDS |
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S$5 2018 Cook Is. Eagle Owl |
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NGC PF 70 ULTRA CAMEO |
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The second issue in the Night Animals series features the iconic Eagle Owl. Struck using SmartMinting in one ounce of pure silver, this coin is a whopping 55mm in diameter.
The black proof finish simulates the night sky, between the coat of arms, to give it a great touch. Maximum mintage is 499 pieces.
The American (North and South America) horned owls and the Old World eagle-owls make up the genus Bubo, at least as traditionally described. The genus name Bubo is Latin for the Eurasian eagle-owl. This genus, depending on definition, contains about one or two dozen species of typical owls (family Strigidae) and is found in many parts of the world. Some of the largest living Strigiformes are in Bubo. Traditionally, only owls with ear-tufts were included in this genus, but that is no longer the case.
The Cook Islands is a nation in the South Pacific, with political links to New Zealand. Its 15 islands are scattered over a vast area. The largest island, Rarotonga, is home to rugged mountains and Avarua, the national capital. To the north, Aitutaki Island has a vast lagoon encircled by coral reefs and small, sandy islets. The country is renowned for its many snorkeling and scuba-diving sites. ― Google
Capital: Avarua District
Area: 91.39 mi²
ISO code: COK
Population: 17,459 (2016)
Currencies: New Zealand Dollar, Cook Islands dollar
Official languages: Rarotongan, Pukapukan language, English
Photos taken with Nikon D3300 DSL Camera with attached AF-S Nikkor 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G lens. Adobe Photoshop Elements used to fix any digital artifacts.
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2019 S$10 Palau, Leda and the Swan |
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PALAU |
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S$10 2019 Leda and the Swan |
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NGC PF 69 ULTRA CAMEO |
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Palau Eternal Sculptures I
2019 – Leda & The Swan
This 2 Oz Silver Coin is the fourth issue of the new series “Eternal Sculptures.” This coin has two-sides Smartminting! This coin features marble effect, has unbelievable details on the high relief surface and a Black Proof quality.
Limited mintage to only 999 pcs worldwide.
Leda and the Swan is a story and subject in art from Greek mythology in which the god Zeus, in the form of a swan, seduces the mortal woman Leda. According to later Greek mythology, Leda bore Helen and Polydeuces, children of Zeus, while at the same time bearing Castor and Clytemnestra, children of her husband Tyndareus, the King of Sparta. In the W. B. Yeats version, it is subtly suggested that Clytemnestra, although being the daughter of Tyndareus, has somehow been traumatized by what the swan has done to her mother. According to many versions of the story, Zeus took the form of a swan and seduced Leda on the same night she slept with her husband King Tyndareus. In some versions, she laid two eggs from which the children hatched. In other versions, Helen is a daughter of Nemesis, the goddess who personified the disaster that awaited those suffering from the pride of Hubris.
The subject was rarely seen in the large-scale sculpture of antiquity, although a representation of Leda in sculpture has been attributed in modern times to Timotheus; small-scale sculptures survive showing both reclining and standing poses, in cameos and engraved gems, rings, and terracotta oil lamps. Recently, an ancient fresco depicting Leda and the Swan was found at the Pompeii archeological site in Italy. Thanks to the literary renditions of Ovid and Fulgentius it was a well-known myth through the Middle Ages, but emerged more prominently as a classicizing theme, with erotic overtones, in the Italian Renaissance.
The obverse of the coin reproduces the incredible front view of the famous sculpture, Leda and the Swan. An exceptional high relief and the use of a special paint to recreate the sculpture's natural marble look, emphasizes the extraordinary beauty of this piece of art in miniature. All around the obverse, a floral decorative pattern completes the coin. On the right side of the obverse, the wonderful logo of the series and the inscriptions: "ETERNAL SCULPTURES" - the name of the series and "LEDA AND THE SWAN" – the name of the coin. On the bottom of the obverse, the year of issue written in Roman numbers: "MMXIX" - 2019.
The reverse of the coin reproduces the back view of the sculpture, using the same finishes and marble effect. All around of the reverse, a beautiful decorative pattern. On the left side, the Coat of Arms of Palau and the inscriptions: "REPUBLIC OF PALAU" – the issuing country and "10 DOLLARS" – the face value.
Palau is an archipelago of over 500 islands, part of the Micronesia region in the western Pacific Ocean. Koror Island is home to the former capital, also named Koror, and is the islands’ commercial center. The larger Babeldaob has the present capital, Ngerulmud, plus mountains and sandy beaches on its east coast. In its north, ancient basalt monoliths known as Badrulchau lie in grassy fields surrounded by palm trees. ― Google
Capital: Ngerulmud
Official languages: Palauan, English
Continent: Oceania
Government: Republic, Unitary state, Representative democracy, Presidential system, Non-partisan democracy
Currency: United States Dollar
Population: 18,024 (2021) World Bank
Number of islands: 340 britannica.com
Photos taken with Nikon D3300 DSL Camera with attached AF-S Nikkor 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G lens. Adobe Photoshop Elements used to fix any digital artifacts.
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2020 S$10 Palau, Tre Grazie |
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PALAU |
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S$10 2020 Tre Grazie |
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NGC PF 69 ULTRA CAMEO |
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Palau Eternal Sculptures I
2020 – Tre Grazie (The Three Graces)
This 2 Oz Silver Coin is the fifth issue of the new series “Eternal Sculptures.” This coin has two-sides Smartminting! This coin features marble effect, has unbelievable details on the high relief surface and a Black Proof quality.
Limited mintage to only 999 pcs worldwide.
Originally commissioned by Joséphine de Beauharnais, the famous French dictator, Napoleon’s first wife, The Three Graces is a 1.82m tall sculpture in white marble. Carved in Rome by the Italian sculptor Antonio Canova, it was completed in 1814 and now resides in the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg.
John Russell, the 6th Duke of Bedford, saw the almost completed statue in Canova’s studio and tried unsuccessfully to purchase it. So enamoured by the work, he had Canova make a second, slightly different version which was carved between 1815-1817. This version, said to be preferred by Canova, now resides in the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, or the Scottish National Gallery (It is jointly owned). It originally sat in a custom built top-lit rotunda called the Temple of the Graces and was one of the most widely admired works of the time.
The ‘de Beauharnais’ version was carved in a veined marble, but the ‘Bedford’ version changed that to a clean white marble. Other differences were a change from a square to round base,and a slightly thicker waist on the central figure. They remain fundamentally the same, however.
The statue, in the Neoclassical style, depicts the three charities, Euphrosyne, Aglaea and Thalia, all daughters of Zeus. They were said to represent mirth (Euphrosyne), elegance (Aglaea), and youth/beauty (Thalia). They were said to have delighted the guests of the gods by presiding over events, like banquets, for example.
As for Canova, he remains admired as one of the greatest European artists of his day and his works some of the best of any period. Born on 1 November 1757, he died on 13 October 1822. He had an impressive career, working with many of the periods great figures, even sculpting a statue of George Washington as a Roman Emperor that was unfortunately destroyed by fire in 1831. After his death, his estate was used to complete the Tempio Canoviano where his body was interred, although his heart was interred at the Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari in Venice, and his right hand preserved in a vase at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Venezia. Every plaster model and sculpture from Canova’s Roman studio was removed and placed in the Tempio, which is sited on a hilltop in Possagno in the Province of Treviso.
The obverse of the coin reproduces the incredible front view of the famous sculpture by Antonio Canova – Tre Grazie. An exceptional high relief and the use of a special paint to recreate the sculpture's natural marble look, emphasizes the extraordinary beauty of this piece of art in miniature. All around the obversee, a floral decorative pattern completes the coin. On the right side of the obverse, the wonderful logo of the series and the inscriptions: "ETERNAL SCULPTURES" - the name of the series and "TRE GRAZIE" – the name of the coin. On the bottom of the obverse, the year of issue written in Roman numbers: "MMXX" - 2020.
The reverse of the coin reproduces the back view of the sculpture, using the same finishes and marble effect. All around of the obverse, a beautiful decorative pattern. On the left side, the Coat of Arms of Palau and the inscriptions: "REPUBLIC OF PALAU" – the issuing country and "10 DOLLARS" – the face value.
Palau is an archipelago of over 500 islands, part of the Micronesia region in the western Pacific Ocean. Koror Island is home to the former capital, also named Koror, and is the islands’ commercial center. The larger Babeldaob has the present capital, Ngerulmud, plus mountains and sandy beaches on its east coast. In its north, ancient basalt monoliths known as Badrulchau lie in grassy fields surrounded by palm trees. ― Google
Capital: Ngerulmud
Official languages: Palauan, English
Continent: Oceania
Government: Republic, Unitary state, Representative democracy, Presidential system, Non-partisan democracy
Currency: United States Dollar
Population: 18,024 (2021) World Bank
Number of islands: 340 britannica.com
Photos taken with Nikon D3300 DSL Camera with attached AF-S Nikkor 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G lens. Adobe Photoshop Elements used to fix any digital artifacts.
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2020 Mongolia Majestic Eagle, S1000T |
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MONGOLIA |
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S1000T 2020 Ultra High Relief |
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NGC PF 70 ULTRA CAMEO |
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2020 - Mongolia Majestic Eagle
The Black Proof Ultra High Relief Coin struck from 2 ounces of 99.9% silver is the first release in the Wild Mongolia Series and is dedicated to the king of the skies - the Majestic Eagle. The motive depicts two different representations of a Stone Eagle. While the animal is presented in half-profile in the foreground, it is shown from the front in the background and seems to stare at the viewer with a penetrating gaze.
This stunning 2 oz silver Black Proof features the same design that was released in Berlin, but done with a different finish that has become a very popular way to collect coins. CIT released the Majestic Eagle to showcase their newest smartminting© technology. It was an instant success and was featured in many numismatic publications and sold out almost instantly. Numismatic experts and collectors alike were stunned by its beauty and technical specifications. What’s incredible about the finish is that it allows every single detail to still be seen in brilliant clarity. Everything from the individual feathers to the eagle’s glare staring at you in the background and the way the claw rips through the surface of the coin, it’s all there!
Limited mintage to 999 pieces worldwide.
On the Reverse side of the coin there are the eagle claws holding an arrow and seem to snatch the coin. The obverse of the coin features the Mongolian Coat of Arms and the inscriptions: "1000 TOGROG" – the face value, "MONGOLIA" – the issuing country and "2 OZ .999 SILVER" – the weight and fineness of the Silver.
Mongolia
Country in East Asia
Mongolia, a nation bordered by China and Russia, is known for vast, rugged expanses and nomadic culture. Its capital, Ulaanbaatar, centers around Chinggis Khaan (Genghis Khan) Square, named for the notorious founder of the 13th- and 14th-century Mongol Empire. Also in Ulaanbaatar are the National Museum of Mongolia, displaying historic and ethnographic artifacts, and the restored 1830 Gandantegchinlen Monastery. ― Google
Capital: Ulaanbaatar
Population: 3.348 million (2021) World Bank
Currency: Mongolian Tugrik
Continent: Asia
Official language: Mongolian
Government: Republic, Unitary state, Parliamentary republic, Semi-presidential system
Photos are HighRes from NGC. Adobe Photoshop Elements used to fix any digital artifacts.
Advised by NGC Registry that “small sets” will not be created. Custom sets created to highlight these coins.
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2020 S5000T Mongolia, Majestic Eagle |
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MONGOLIA |
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S5000T 2020 Ultra High Relief |
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NGC PF 70 ULTRA CAMEO |
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2020 Mongolia Majestic Eagle
The Black Proof Ultra High Relief Coin struck from 5 ounces of 99.9% silver is the first release in the Wild Mongolia Series and is dedicated to the king of the skies - the Majestic Eagle. The motive depicts two different representations of a Stone Eagle. While the animal is presented in half-profile in the foreground, it is shown from the front in the background and seems to stare at the viewer with a penetrating gaze.
This stunning 5 oz silver Black Proof features the same design that was released in Berlin, but done with a different finish that has become a very popular way to collect coins. CIT released the Majestic Eagle to showcase their newest smartminting© technology. It was an instant success and was featured in many numismatic publications and sold out almost instantly. Numismatic experts and collectors alike were stunned by its beauty and technical specifications. What’s incredible about the finish is that it allows every single detail to still be seen in brilliant clarity. Everything from the individual feathers to the eagle’s glare staring at you in the background and the way the claw rips through the surface of the coin, it’s all there!
Limited mintage to 500 pieces worldwide.
On the Reverse side of the coin there are the eagle claws holding an arrow and seem to snatch the coin. The obverse of the coin features the Mongolian Coat of Arms and the inscriptions: "5000 TOGROG" – the face value, "MONGOLIA" – the issuing country and "5 OZ .999 SILVER" – the weight and fineness of the Silver.
Mongolia
Country in East Asia
Mongolia, a nation bordered by China and Russia, is known for vast, rugged expanses and nomadic culture. Its capital, Ulaanbaatar, centers around Chinggis Khaan (Genghis Khan) Square, named for the notorious founder of the 13th- and 14th-century Mongol Empire. Also in Ulaanbaatar are the National Museum of Mongolia, displaying historic and ethnographic artifacts, and the restored 1830 Gandantegchinlen Monastery. ― Google
Capital: Ulaanbaatar
Population: 3.348 million (2021) World Bank
Currency: Mongolian Tugrik
Continent: Asia
Official language: Mongolian
Government: Republic, Unitary state, Parliamentary republic, Semi-presidential system
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2020 Palau S$10 Hunters By Night, Black Panther |
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PALAU |
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S$10 2020 Black Panther |
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NGC PF 70 |
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Palau Hunters By Night Series (Black Panther)
Be careful. You’re being watched.
This 2 Oz Silver coin is the first edition of the new series “Hunters by Night” pictures an amazingly realistic front view of a Black Panther’s face. The coin features a realistic front view thanks to the Smartminting technology and the Obsidian Black quality combined with silk areas. Finally, the impressive ultra high relief of the enhanced smartminting© technology and the high gloss scary green eyes staring at you make this coin incredibly lifelike.
Have a look on the stunning reverse too. The moonlight lets you marvel at the crystal clear starry sky which is the perfect environment for the hunter to start its chase. The reverse of the coin depicts the Coat of Arms of Palau surrounded by the moonlight in a clear starry sky and the inscriptions: "REPUBLIC OF PALAU" - the issuing country, "10$" - the face value and "HUNTERS BY NIGHT" - the name of the series.
Although you would like to touch the shiny coat of the Panther you better run for your life and get one of these 2 oz crown size coins limited to only 888 pieces.
From Wikipedia:
A black panther is the melanistic colour variant of the leopard (Panthera pardus) and the jaguar (Panthera onca). Black panthers of both species have excess black pigments, but their typical rosettes are also present. They have been documented mostly in tropical forests, with black leopards in Africa and Asia, and black jaguars in South America. Melanism is caused by a recessive allele in the leopard, and by a dominant allele in the jaguar.
Palau is an archipelago of over 500 islands, part of the Micronesia region in the western Pacific Ocean. Koror Island is home to the former capital, also named Koror, and is the islands’ commercial center. The larger Babeldaob has the present capital, Ngerulmud, plus mountains and sandy beaches on its east coast. In its north, ancient basalt monoliths known as Badrulchau lie in grassy fields surrounded by palm trees. ― Google
Capital: Ngerulmud
Dialing code: +680
Population: 18,024 (2021)
World Bank
Currency: United States Dollar
Continent: Oceania
Official languages: Palauan, English
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2020 S2000T Mongolia, Mechanical Bee |
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MONGOLIA |
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S2000T 2020 3oz Mechanical Bee |
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NGC PF 70 ULTRA CAMEO |
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2020 - Mongolia - Mechanical Bee: Clockwork Evolution
1st in the series.
Mintage: 999 pieces worldwide.
This one-of-a-kind 3 oz silver coin opens the “Clockwork Evolution” series. It is dedicated to a well-known insect – a bee.
The role of the bee in nature makes it a symbol of hard work, sustainability, and life. One more honey bee symbolism relates to fertility because of pollination. The bright yellow stripes on the bee represent the honey it produces. The yellow colour of the bee is also a symbol of the sun and the energy from which it gets life. Bees can be a reminder to be productive in our daily lives and give back to the world in the best way possible.
The coin is minted for the first time in a very particular way – it is half coloured and half mechanical. The coin is decorated with an innovative multilayered technique.
The obverse clockwork side is struck to a lower relief and the delineation between the two halves is sharply defined, thus giving the impression that we’re peeling back the natural layer to reveal the mechanical underpinnings. It reminds greatly of the scene in The Terminator, when the T-800 peels back the skin to reveal the exoskeleton below, looking almost like an engineering autopsy. The obverse of the coin images a bee in the strong contrast between real and mechanical, coloured and silver engraved.
The reverse of the coin depicts a clock mechanism, with many details and high relief, all engraved on the silver. The Mongolian coat of arms emblem and face value is also shown.
Mongolia
Country in East Asia
Mongolia, a nation bordered by China and Russia, is known for vast, rugged expanses and nomadic culture. Its capital, Ulaanbaatar, centers around Chinggis Khaan (Genghis Khan) Square, named for the notorious founder of the 13th- and 14th-century Mongol Empire. Also in Ulaanbaatar are the National Museum of Mongolia, displaying historic and ethnographic artifacts, and the restored 1830 Gandantegchinlen Monastery. ― Google
Capital: Ulaanbaatar
Population: 3.348 million (2021) World Bank
Currency: Mongolian Tugrik
Continent: Asia
Official language: Mongolian
Government: Republic, Unitary state, Parliamentary republic, Semi-presidential system
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2021 S$20 Palau, Ecstasy of St. Teresa |
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PALAU |
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S$20 2021 Ecstasy of St. Teresa |
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NGC PF 70 ULTRA CAMEO |
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Palau Eternal Sculptures I
2021 – Ecstasy of Saint Teresa
This special coin has an all new design on the obverse – Bernini’s ‘Ecstacy of Saint Teresa’ and there are a few changes from the coins that have gone before. Most notable is the bumping up in the amount of fine silver from two ounces to five. This has allowed the diameter to increase from near 39 mm to 65 mm. The obverse looks ostensibly the same as the earlier coins, but also includes some gold colour. Not only is this an end of series special, the subject is part of a wider setting, which the colour helps reproduce. Each of the earlier coins showcased a sculpture that is freestanding in isolation.
The reverse differs considerably. In this case the sculpture does not pass through the coin, instead it’s replaced by a superb encapsulated view of the whole series of two-ounce coins in miniature form. You can see CIT’s enhanced smartminting at work here and it looks mightily impressive.
The obverse of the coin reproduces the incredible front view of the famous sculpture by Gian Lorenzo Bernini – Ecstasy of Saint Teresa. The coin has an exceptional high relief and the use of a special paint to recreate the sculpture's natural marble look, emphasizes the extraordinary beauty of this piece of art in miniature. All around the obverse, a floral decorative pattern completes the coin. On the right side of the obverse, the wonderful logo of the series and the inscriptions: "ETERNAL SCULPTURES" - the name of the series and "ECSTASY OF SAINT TERESA" – the name of the coin. On the bottom of the obverse, the year of issue written in Roman numbers: "MMXXI" - 2021.
All around the impressive reverse, the perfect miniature of all five coins in the series with the Coat of Arms of Palau and the inscriptions: "REPUBLIC OF PALAU" – the issuing country and "20 DOLLARS" – the face value.
From Wikipedia:
Ecstasy of Saint Teresa
Artist Gian Lorenzo Bernini
Year 1647–1652
Catalogue 48
Type Sculpture
Medium Marble
Dimensions Life-size
Location Santa Maria della Vittoria, Rome
41°54′17″N 12°29′39″E
Preceded by Raimondi Chapel
Followed by Truth Unveiled by Time (Bernini)
The Ecstasy of Saint Teresa (also known as Saint Teresa in Ecstasy or the Transverberation of Saint Teresa; Italian: L'Estasi di Santa Teresa or Santa Teresa in estasi) is a sculptural group in white marble set in an elevated aedicule in the Cornaro Chapel of the church of Santa Maria della Vittoria in Rome. It was designed and completed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, the leading sculptor of his day, who also designed the setting of the Chapel in marble, stucco and paint. It is generally considered to be one of the sculptural masterpieces of the High Roman Baroque. The sculpture depicts Teresa of Ávila, a Spanish Carmelite nun and saint, swooning in a state of religious ecstasy, while an angel holding a spear stands over her.
Palau is an archipelago of over 500 islands, part of the Micronesia region in the western Pacific Ocean. Koror Island is home to the former capital, also named Koror, and is the islands’ commercial center. The larger Babeldaob has the present capital, Ngerulmud, plus mountains and sandy beaches on its east coast. In its north, ancient basalt monoliths known as Badrulchau lie in grassy fields surrounded by palm trees. ― Google
Capital: Ngerulmud
Official languages: Palauan, English
Continent: Oceania
Government: Republic, Unitary state, Representative democracy, Presidential system, Non-partisan democracy
Currency: United States Dollar
Population: 18,024 (2021) World Bank
Number of islands: 340 britannica.com
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2021 S$10 Palau, Eagle Owl |
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PALAU |
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S$10 2021 Eagle Owl |
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NGC PF 70 |
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Palau - Hunters By Night Series (Eagle Owl)
The little mouse that lives in a field does not suspect anything. Calm and unconcerned, feeling safe under the cover of darkness. But wide-open orange eyes have taken hold of the little creature. A hunter high up in the branches readies itself, stretches its wings and silently dashes through the night towards its furry prey.
The second edition of the Hunters by Night series is a tribute to one of nature’s finest predators – the Eagle Owl. Alongside the ultra-high relief in enhanced smartminting technology, the intense, glistening eyes of the feathered beast pierce the deep black night, which is achieved in a very realistic way by our exclusive Obsidian Black finish. So little light is reflected of this ultra-black finish that it requires you to view the piece at just the right angle to fully see all the incredible details the coin possesses.
Limited to 888 pieces.
The obverse side of 2021 Hunters at Night Eagle Owl Coins showcase a Eurasian Eagle Owl in close up. The feathers and the background are rendered with an Obsidian black finish, which highlights the bird’s brilliant and ominous incandescent eyes. The black and orange colors and the bird’s eyes looking directly at you is enough to send shivers down your spine.
On the reverse of the 2021 Palau Silver Hunters at Night Eagle Owl Coin is the Palau coat of arms. Surrounding it are stunning rock formations and a starry night sky, which would be the environment where Eagle Owls are commonly found. Inscriptions include The Republic of Palau, $10, and Hunters by Night.
The Eurasian Eagle Owl is quite the intimidating bird. Scientifically known as the Bubo, these owls are among the largest in the world. And with an average weight of ten pounds and a wingspan of nearly six feet, they are truly dominant birds of prey. If you’re a bird watcher, you can find them in both deserts and mountainous regions of Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.
Palau is an archipelago of over 500 islands, part of the Micronesia region in the western Pacific Ocean. Koror Island is home to the former capital, also named Koror, and is the islands’ commercial center. The larger Babeldaob has the present capital, Ngerulmud, plus mountains and sandy beaches on its east coast. In its north, ancient basalt monoliths known as Badrulchau lie in grassy fields surrounded by palm trees. ― Google
Capital: Ngerulmud
Dialing code: +680
Population: 18,024 (2021)
World Bank
Currency: United States Dollar
Continent: Oceania
Official languages: Palauan, English
Photos taken with Nikon D3300 DSL Camera with attached AF-S Nikkor 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G lens. Adobe Photoshop Elements used to fix any digital artifacts.
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2021 Mongolia Mystic Wolf, S1000T |
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MONGOLIA |
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S1000T 2021 Ultra High Relief Mystic Wolf |
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NGC PF 70 ULTRA CAMEO |
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2021 - Mongolia Mystic Wolf
HIGHLIGHTS
2021 Mongolia Mystic Wolf 2oz Silver Black Proof.
Incredible 2nd release in the Wild Mongolia Series.
Limited mintage of only 999 pieces for worldwide distribution.
Produced in Ultra High Relief (UHR) utilizing smartminting© technology.
Striking obsidian black proof finish on both sides.
Reverse: Reveals the ferocious side of the Mongolian wolf population by displaying an extreme close-up view of the snarling wolf's sharp teeth.
The background has a unique geometric pattern with the hidden "2021" date struck into the design. The reverse also includes the Coat of Arms of Mongolia and the inscriptions: "1000 тогрог" – the face value, "MONGOLIA" – the country of issue and "2 oz .999 SILVER" – the weight of the coin and the fineness of the Silver.
Obverse: Shows a front facing view and a side profile of a wolf in its calm state. The side profile view is struck in ultra high relief with an incredible amount of detail given to the fur and facial features. The obsidian black proof finish brings into prominence every detail of the intricate design. The front facing view of the wolf is expertly struck so that it appears like the wolf is a ghosted image in the background.
TWO SIDES - MYSTIC WOLF
The obverse displays in remarkable detail, the wolf's fearfully sharp, exposed teeth. The black proof finish, along with the ultra high relief of the smartminting® technology has produce an incredibly ferocious scene of the snarling wolf. As an additional feature, the spaces between the teeth are incused into the surface. The Central Bank of Mongolia effigy is superimposed over the wolf's nose. The effigy includes the legal tender denomination and the 2 oz weight and 999 silver fineness. The background displays a distinctive geometric pattern. Hidden within the pattern is displayed the release date of "2021."
"The obverse shows a front facing view and a side profile of a wolf in its calm state. The side profile view is struck in ultra high relief with an incredible amount of detail given to the fur and facial features. The smartminting® relief extends all the way to the edge of the coin! You can tell the wolf is looking off in the distance scanning the landscape. The front facing view of the wolf is expertly struck so that it appears like the wolf is a ghosted image in the background. Razor fine detail and relief combine together to create this effect.
Wolves on one hand can be graceful and peaceful looking animals while on the other hand they can be ferocious killers that inspire fear with their snarling teeth. These two sides of the wolf are captured perfectly on these stunning coins."
Mongolia
Country in East Asia
Mongolia, a nation bordered by China and Russia, is known for vast, rugged expanses and nomadic culture. Its capital, Ulaanbaatar, centers around Chinggis Khaan (Genghis Khan) Square, named for the notorious founder of the 13th- and 14th-century Mongol Empire. Also in Ulaanbaatar are the National Museum of Mongolia, displaying historic and ethnographic artifacts, and the restored 1830 Gandantegchinlen Monastery. ― Google
Capital: Ulaanbaatar
Population: 3.348 million (2021) World Bank
Currency: Mongolian Tugrik
Continent: Asia
Official language: Mongolian
Government: Republic, Unitary state, Parliamentary republic, Semi-presidential system
Photos taken with Nikon D3300 DSL Camera with attached AF-S Nikkor 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G lens. Adobe Photoshop Elements used to fix any digital artifacts.
Advised by NGC Registry that “small sets” will not be created. Custom sets created to highlight these coins.
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