2014 - Niue 2 NZD - Year of the Horse with Filigree Insert - Proof

„Chinese Calendar” series - designed on the occasion of the coming Year of the Horse

This spellbinding coin will be the perfect gift for those born in the year of the horse as well as a talisman to attract good fortune.

People born in the Year of the Horse have a strong character and are very persistent in pursuing their goals. They are also considered to be sociable and spontaneous, and tend to have an artistic spirit. Being excellent friends they are always sincere and dedicated.

The “Chinese Calendar” is a series of commemorative coins. Each year the Mint of Poland issues a coin showing one of the 12 symbols of the Chinese Zodiac that is assigned to the following year: Pig, Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Dog, Monkey and Rooster.

• minted in .925 sterling silver
• an innovative decoration – a silver filigree insert
• its uniqueness is guaranteed by the limited mintage
• offered in an attractive presentation case in the shape of a horseshoe
• legal tender in New Zealand
• a Certificate of authenticity issued by the Mint of Poland

Reverse:
In the central part of the coin – a multi-coloured image of a horse. In the background – a horse and floral decorative motifs. Below – a transparent capsule containing a silver 24-carat gold plated insert. Along the rim – an inscription: YEAR OF THE HORSE (the name of the coin in English).

Obverse:
In the upper part of the coin – a portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. On the right – two figures of horses. Below – a transparent capsule containing a silver 24-carat gold plated insert. In the background – a stylized surface emblazoned with decorative motifs. Along the rim – inscriptions: ELIZABETH II, NIUE ISLAND (the issuer), 2 DOLLARS (the face value), 2014 (the year of issue).