Ancient Egypt Coin Collection With 24K Gold Plating - Solomon Islands 2022OverviewA Stunning Three-Coin Numismatic Collection Celebrating Iconic Figures And Monuments Of Ancient Egypt. Each Coin Features Exquisite Digital Printing Technology Combined With 24-Karat Gold Plating On A Basemetal Substrate, Creating A Striking Contrast Between The Deep Black Proof-Like Fields And Lustrous Golden Designs. This Collection Represents A Modern Commemorative Series Issued By The Solomon Islands In 2022, Honouring The Enduring Legacy Of One Of History'S Greatest Civilisations.SpecificationsFace Value: Half Dollar (Usd $0.50)Metal: Basemetal With Black Digital Print & 24K Gold PlatingMinting Quality: Proof-LikeIssuing Country: Solomon IslandsDimensions: 45 Mm DiameterIssuing Year: 2022Weight: 38 Grams Per CoinSet ContentsCoin 1 - CleopatraMintage: 15,000 UnitsFeatures A Finely Detailed Profile Portrait Of Cleopatra Vii, The Legendary Egyptian Queen, Rendered In 24K Gold Against A Black Proof Field. The Obverse Displays The Effigy Of Queen Elizabeth Ii, Confirming The Solomon Islands As Issuing Authority. Presented In Individual Protective Capsule With Certificate Of Authenticity.Coin 2 - TutankhamunMintage: 30,000 UnitsDepicts The Iconic Funerary Mask Of Tutankhamun In Brilliant Gold Relief, Capturing The Intricate Detail Of The Young Pharaoh'S Ceremonial Headdress. The Reverse Features The Royal Cartouche And Hieroglyphic Elements. Accompanied By Certificate Of Authenticity And Individual Capsule.Coin 3 - The Great SphinxMintage: 15,000 UnitsShowcases The Monumental Great Sphinx Of Giza In Profile, Rendered In 24K Gold Plating With Exceptional Dimensional Relief. The Design Captures The Majesty Of This Ancient Wonder With Precise Engraving Detail. Includes Certificate Of Authenticity And Protective Capsule.Condition NotesAll Three Coins Present In Uncirculated Condition, Retaining Full Proof-Like Finish. The Black Digital Print Fields Are Deep And Uniform Across All Examples. Gold Plating Is Intact With No Evidence Of Wear, Scratching, Or Plating Loss. Capsules Are Clear And Undamaged, Allowing Full Visibility Of The Coins. Certificates Of Authenticity Are Present And Legible For All Three Coins. No Cleaning, Environmental Damage, Or Handling Marks Evident. Original Presentation As Issued.Technical AssessmentThe Digital Printing Technology Employed In This Series Represents A Modern Advancement In Commemorative Coinage, Allowing For The Creation Of The Distinctive Black Fields That Provide Dramatic Contrast To The 24-Karat Gold Plating. The Proof-Like Finish Indicates Careful Striking And Handling During Production. The 45 Mm Diameter Provides An Excellent Canvas For The Detailed Portraiture And Monumental Imagery. At 38 Grams Per Coin, The Weight Is Substantial And Contributes To The Premium Feel Of The Collection.Historical ContextThis 2022 Solomon Islands Collection Celebrates Three Of Ancient Egypt'S Most Iconic Subjects: Cleopatra Vii (69-30 Bce), The Final Active Ruler Of The Ptolemaic Kingdom And One Of History'S Most Influential Female Leaders; Tutankhamun (1341-1323 Bce), The Young Pharaoh Whose Largely Intact Tomb Discovery In 1922 Captivated The Modern World; And The Great Sphinx Of Giza, The Monumental Limestone Statue Built During The Reign Of Pharaoh Khafre (C. 2558-2532 Bce), Standing As One Of The World'S Largest And Oldest Monumental Sculptures.Collector AppealThis Set Appeals To Both Numismatic Collectors And Enthusiasts Of Ancient Egyptian History. The Combination Of Modern Minting Technology With Classical Subject Matter Creates A Bridge Between Contemporary Coinage And Historical Significance. The Limited Mintages—Particularly The Cleopatra And Sphinx Coins At 15,000 Units Each—Provide A Degree Of Scarcity. The 24K Gold Plating Adds Intrinsic Appeal And Tactile Quality, Whilst The Proof-Like Finish Ensures Eye Appeal And Visual Impact.Provenance & AuthenticityEach Coin Is Accompanied By An Official Certificate Of Authenticity Issued By The Solomon Islands, Guaranteeing The Specifications And Authenticity Of The Pieces. The Certificates State Without Limit Of Time That The Coins Described Are Genuine. The Collection Has Been Stored In Individual Protective Capsules Since Acquisition, Ensuring Preservation Of The Proof-Like Finish And Gold Plating Integrity.Recommendations For BuyersThis Collection Is Suitable For Display In A Dedicated Numismatic Cabinet Or Presentation Case. The 45 Mm Diameter And Substantial Weight Make These Coins Visually Impressive And Satisfying To Handle. Collectors Of World Coins, Commemorative Issues, And Ancient Egyptian-Themed Numismatics Will Find This Set Of Particular Interest. The Combination Of Limited Mintage, Modern Technology, And Historical Subject Matter Positions This Collection As A Solid Addition To A Serious Collection. Viewing In Person Is Encouraged To Fully Appreciate The Depth Of The Black Digital Print Fields And The Lustre Of The 24K Gold Plating.548759+15
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