{"product_id":"2017-niue-2-warriors-of-history-knights-templar-antique-finish-fine-silver-no-tax","title":"2017 Niue $2 Warriors of History - Knights Templar Antique Finish Fine Silver (No Tax)","description":"\u003cb\u003e2017 Niue $2 Warriors of History - Knights Templar Proof Silver (No Tax) \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHuman history is filled with stories of legendary warrior people, who fought and conquered their enemies through the skillful use of weapons and their superior battle tactics. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Knights Templar were established at the time of the Crusades to protect the Christian pilgrims travelling to the Holy Land. Recognizable by a distinctive uniform - a white tunic with an eight-pointed blood-red cross, they pledged to die for their faith. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey assumed greater military duties during the 12th century. Heavily armoured knights on their warhorses would charge at the enemy in an attempt to break opposition lines. They developed a reputation as fierce warriors, becoming a model and inspiration for other military orders. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNew Zealand Mint is pleased to introduce the fourth coin in this exciting collection, the Warriors of History - Knights Templar 1 oz Silver Coin. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Warriors of History coin collection brings alive the stories of some of the most legendary warriors in history. This stunning coin features a coloured illustration of a Knight Templar in full battle-gear. He stands against an antique-finished, engraved background depicting knights on warhorses going into battle. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis high impact, colourful and partly-engraved coin comes presented in a sleek and stylish themed rectangular coin case, with textured cover. The uniquely numbered Certificate of Authenticity sits inside the coin case. With a limited mintage of only 5,000 coins, this Warriors of History - Knights Templar 1 oz Silver Coin would make an excellent gift for coin collectors and those interested in history. Get yours now, from New Zealand Mint.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMetal: 999 Fine Silver\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 1 oz\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Antique \/ Coloured\u003cbr\u003eDiameter: 40mm (Nominal)\u003cbr\u003eEdge: Milled\u003cbr\u003eDenomination: $2\u003cbr\u003eYear: 2017\u003cbr\u003eMintage: 5,000\u003cbr\u003eEffigy: Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth IICountry: Niue","brand":"Colonial Acres Coins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49224428159265,"sku":"Aug.Week5.P2-Templar","price":159.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/1744\/7457\/files\/Sept.Week2.P2-Templar-2.jpg?v=1719652023","url":"https:\/\/www.colonialacres.com\/products\/2017-niue-2-warriors-of-history-knights-templar-antique-finish-fine-silver-no-tax","provider":"Colonial Acres Coins","version":"1.0","type":"link"}