MEDUSA 3D Two Faces Myth and Transformation 3 Oz Silver Coin 5$ Barbados 2024
This fantastic 3 Oz Silver coin is dedicated to the myth of Medusa, a tale of transformation, power, and tragedy. In Greek mythology, Medusa was a beautiful maiden with long, flowing hair. In a fit of rage, Athena transformed Medusa into a monstrous creature with snakes for hair and a gaze that could turn anyone who looked at her into stone. The coin has an Antique Finish quality, a wonderful peculiar 3D shape, Rose Gold plating and a Crystal inlay! The coin comes in a luxury case, along with the Certificate of Authenticity. Limited mintage of only 499 pcs worldwide.
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€399.95
Data sheet
- Country
- Barbados
- Year
- 2024
- Face Value
- 5 Dollars
- Metal
- Silver
- Fineness (purity)
- .999
- Weight (g)
- 93.3 (3 oz)
- Size (mm)
- 40 x 40
- Quality
- Antique Finish
- Mintage (pcs)
- 499
- Certificate (COA)
- Yes
- Presentation case (box)
- Yes
- Weight range
- 3 oz - less than 5 oz
The coin is shaped to represent the face of Medusa. According to the myth, Medusa was originally a beautiful woman who caught the eye of the sea god Poseidon. For jealousy and rage, Athena transformed Medusa's hair into snakes and cursed her with the power to turn anyone who looked into her eyes into stone. Portrayed as a tragic figure, Medusa is represented as condemned to a life of loneliness and isolation. On the obverse, the Coat of Arms of Barbados, along with the inscriptions: "BARBADOS" - the issuing country, "5 DOLLARS" - the face value, "2024" - the issuing year and "3 OZ" - the weight of the coin.
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