TUTANKHAMUN MASK Antique 2 Oz Silver Coin 5$ Niue 2022

The reverse of the coin features a beautiful image of Tutankhamun's mask. Tutankhamun's mask was made in the 14th century BC. The upper part of the mask features the head of a cobra - a symbol of royal power, intended to provide protection for the deceased. The artificial beard, traditionally worn by pharaohs, indicated his connection to Osiris, the judge of the dead. The colors of the shawl (nemes), symbolized the pharaoh's power. All around the mask, an intricate pattern with hieroglyphics and Egyptian symbols. The obverse of the coin features the effigy of Her Maejesty Queen Elizabeth II and the inscriptions: ""ELIZABETH II" - the name of the Queen, "NIUE ISLAND" - the country of issue, "2022" - the year of issue, "5 DOLLARS" - the face value and "Ag 999" - the fineness of the Silver.