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2016 Niue $2 Creatures of Greek Mythology - Sirens Silver (No Tax)
This stunning Creatures of Greek Mythology - Sirens 1 oz Silver Coin is the sixth coin to be released in this popular collection.
In Greek Mythology, Sirens were the beautiful but dangerous nymphs that lured sailors with their beautiful voices to their doom, causing ships to crash on the reefs near their island. This coin face shows an engraved illustration of the Sirens singing to Odysseus as his ship passes Anthemoessa.
The Creatures of Greek Mythology - Sirens 1 oz Silver Coin is packaged in a brown, faux-suede soft drawstring bag, styled after ancient Greek money pouches. The coin sits in a specially designed pocket within the money pouch, and the Certificate of Authenticity is printed on the inside of the packaging.
The exciting Creatures of Greek Mythology coin collection would appeal to those who have interests in Greek mythology and historical culture.
In Greek mythology, Sirens were beautiful yet dangerous nymphs with voices that lured sailors to their doom, causing ships to crash on the reefs surrounding their island.
Sirens were said to be handmaidens of the goddess Persephone, who was abducted by Hades, the God of the underworld. After searching in vain for Persephone, the Sirens eventually gave up and settled on the island of Anthemoessa. From this beautiful place, they continued to eternally call for Persephone's return, with their captivating, yet sad melody.
According to Homer's Odyssey, Odysseus managed to elude disaster by blocking the ears of his ship's crew with wax as they passed the island. Out of curiosity, he himself chose to be bound to the mast, to listen and be tortured by the Sirens song.
Specifications:
Metal: 999 Fine Silver
Weight: 1 oz
Finish: Proof
Diameter: 40mm (Nominal)
Edge: Milled
Denomination: $2
Year: 2016
Mintage: 2,000
Effigy: Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Country of Issue: Niue
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