2014 - Niue 15 NZD The Great Pyramids - Proof

The Great Pyramids 15 $ Silver Coin 2014

An exceptional piece of mint art – the one in the world coin in the shape of a pyramid

The craftsmanlike coin is the result of connecting the genius of designers from two far-distant epochs of contemporary and ancient times.

The coin exquisitely maintained in ancient Egyptian style fascinates its admirers with its Egyptian details characteristic for that period – a faithful replication of images of three great pharaohs as well as decorative motifs taken from the tomb of Queen Hetepheres and the statue of Nofret of Meidum.

This pyramid-shaped coin is closed in a special capsule and placed in an attractive fold-out presentation box for effective exposure.

• 3 ounces of .999 fine silver
• Entrancing design characteristic of the Ancient Egypt!
• Uniqueness guaranteed by the low mintage
• Certificate of the Mint of Poland
• New Zealand legal tender

Reverse:
The three sides of the reverse depict effigies of three great pharaohs of the fourth dynasty – Khufu, Khafra and Menkaure. The forth side shows decorative elements characteristic for Ancient Egyptian times, taken from the tomb of Queen Hetepheres (Khufu’s mother) and the statue of Nofret.

Obverse:
In the central part of the coin – the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. On the right – the mint mark (m/w). Along the rim – inscriptions: NIUE ISLAND (the issuer), 2014 (the year of issue), 15 DOLLARS (the face value), the hallmark – Ag 999 and the name of the coin: THE GREAT PYRAMIDS.