Description
This beautiful 5 Oz Silver coin is dedicated to those born under the Chinese lunar year of the Pig. The coin has a lovely design, has a selective Gold plating, has a Proof quality and comes in an elegant case, along with the Certificate of Authenticity. Limited mintage to only 500 pieces worldwide!
Pig -The Pig is the twelfth and the last sign of the Earthly Branches. In the continuous Sexagenary cycle, every twelfth year corresponds to Hai, and is commonly called “the Year of the Pig” (??). There are five types of Pigs, named after the Chinese elements. In order, they are: Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, and Earth. In the Japanese zodiac and Tibetan zodiac, the Pig is replaced by the boar which is technically a pig. In the Dai zodiac, the Pig is replaced by the elephant. In the Gurung zodiac, the Pig is replaced by the deer, no close relation to a pig. The reverse of the coin depicts a Gold plated Pig guarding his cubs over a farm background. On top of the reverse, the inscription: “YEAR OF THE PIG” – the name of the coin and …. Pig in Chinese character.
The obverse of the coin features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the inscriptions: “NIUE” – the issue country, “2019” – the year of issue, “8 DOLLARS” – the face value, “5OZ 999 SILVER” – the weight of the coin and the fineness of the Silver and “ELIZABETH II” – the name of the Queen
Country – Niue
Year – 2019
Face Value – 8 Dollars
Metal – Silver
Fineness (purity) – 999/1000
Weight (g) – 155.5 (5 oz)
Diameter (mm) – 65
Quality – Proof
Mintage (pcs) – 500
Certificate (COA) – Yes
Presentation case (box) – Yes
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