Today I'm moving onto day 8 of the Christmas wish list! So far I've picked some really pricey coins, but today's is a little more affordable. While this one may not be pirate treasure it is pretty cool. Once again I'm moving back to the theme of the upcoming year of the dragon next year. It's almost becoming mind boggling the number of countries and mints that are producing dragon coins, there will certainly be a plethora to choose from. Today's pick comes from a small island nation in the South Pacific, Niue. They produce an astounding number of commemorative coins each year, and it must certainly help to fund their government.
About the coin:'
Country: Niue
Denomination: 5 dollars
Currency: New Zealand Dollar
Composition:99.9% silver
Weight: 62.2 grams (2 Troy ounces)
Diameter: 55 mm
Mint: XXI Century Mint, Warsaw, Poland
Mintage: 500
Isn't that a really nice coin? Best of all it's somewhat more affordable at $230 US. The crystal inlaid is a Swarovski, a very high end jeweler. I'm not sure what type of crystal it is but it's a great accent to the colorized dragon. It's also nice that it has a little heft to it at two Troy ounces of pure silver! It has a pretty small mintage as well some it's very likely to appreciate in value in the next few years. Maybe Santa will be kind and gift it to me!
The South Pacific is one place I have never visited, as a matter of fact I've never made it to Hawaii. Most of my island living was in the Caribbean, which was a really nice place to live! So I decided to look up some pictures from Niue and it is gorgeous! I've included a couple below, the water looks amazingly clear and beautiful. Just imagine snorkeling or diving in those waters. Just amazing! I'm definitely adding this one to the bucket list of places to visit!
That will wrap up day 8 of my Christmas wish list! I hope you enjoyed my post today. If you have any suggestions, comments, or questions please feel free to leave them below. Thanks for all your friendship and support everyone. Happy Wednesday!
References
https://www.apmex.com/product/285561/2024-niue-2-oz-antique-silver-mandala-collection-dragon
https://en.numista.com/catalogue/pieces382027.html
Re-blog lottery
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