STARFISH REVIEW: World of Fossils - 2 Oz Silver Coin - 2$ - Niue 2019
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StarfishStarfish or sea stars are star-shaped echinoderms belonging to the class Asteroidea. Common usage frequently finds these names being also applied to ophiuroids, which are correctly referred to as brittle stars or basket stars. About 1,500 species of starfish occur on the seabed in all the world's oceans, from the tropics to frigid polar waters. They are found from the intertidal zone down to abyssal depths, 6,000 m (20,000 ft) below the surface |
The ReverseThe reverse of the coin depicts the stunning top view of a plated Starfish fossil over a beautifully detailed background of scattered fossils. On top of the reverse, the inscriptions: “WORLD OF FOSSILS” – the name of the series and “STARFISH” – the name of the coin. |
The ObverseThe obverse of the coin depicts the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the inscriptions: “NIUE ISLAND” – the issue country, “2019” – the year of issue, “ELIZABETH II” – the name of the Queen, “Ag 999” – the fineness of the Silver and “TWO DOLLARS” – the face value. The coin has a beautiful Copper plating, an Antique Finish quality and a strictly limited mintage of only 500 pieces worldwide! Collect, Invest, Enjoy! |
Hi dears, it’s Chiara, and welcome or welcome back to Power Coin’s blog!
Starfish
Starfish or sea stars are star-shaped echinoderms belonging to the class Asteroidea. Common usage frequently finds these names being also applied to ophiuroids, which are correctly referred to as brittle stars or basket stars. About 1,500 species of starfish occur on the seabed in all the world's oceans, from the tropics to frigid polar waters. They are found from the intertidal zone down to abyssal depths, 6,000 m (20,000 ft) below the surface
The Reverse
The reverse of the coin depicts the stunning top view of a plated Starfish fossil over a beautifully detailed background of scattered fossils. On top of the reverse, the inscriptions: “WORLD OF FOSSILS” – the name of the series and “STARFISH” – the name of the coin.
The Obverse
The obverse of the coin depicts the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the inscriptions: “NIUE ISLAND” – the issue country, “2019” – the year of issue, “ELIZABETH II” – the name of the Queen, “Ag 999” – the fineness of the Silver and “TWO DOLLARS” – the face value.
The coin has a beautiful Copper plating, an Antique Finish quality and a strictly limited mintage of only 500 pieces worldwide!
Collect, Invest, Enjoy!