- Proof quality
- 2oz of 99.9% pure silver
- Digital Colour
- Specially designed nautical obverse
- Powerful tribute to the mythical sea monster, the Kraken
- Worldwide mintage 750 coins
- Official Niue legal tender
- 55mm Diameter
- Case and Box
- Numbered Certificate of Authenticity
The 2023 $5 The Kraken 2oz Silver Proof Coin is the perfect addition to your collection of mythical creatures and a 'must have' for any numismatic collector, or purveyor of sea-faring history, Boasting a spectacular full-colour design, stand-out nautical obverse, high quality silver content and a very collectable low mintage.
The Kraken is a legendary sea monster, originating in Nordic mythology, resembling a giant octopus capable of destroying entire ships. The reverse of the large 55mm flan features an extreme close up of a terrifying Kraken in an intricate, high relief design – complete with fierce expression, powerful waves and a multitude of tentacles ready to grab the unsuspecting sailor. This monster has been safely captured and sealed within the confines of 2oz of glimmering 99.9% Pure Silver. The dynamism of the design is enhanced by state-of-the-art colour application on the churning sea.
On the obverse,the official Public Seal of Niue is encircled by a decorative nautical-themed boarder, populated by classically rendered sirens and mythical sea monsters - all struck to Proof quality! Beautifully presented in a box with numbered Certificate of Authenticity.
More Information
| Country of Issue |
Niue |
| Year of Issue |
2023 |
| Denomination |
$5 |
| Mintage |
750 |
| Metal |
Silver |
| Metal Purity (%) |
99.90 |
| Quality |
Proof |
| Diameter (mm) |
55.00 |
