LION MONUMENT Lion of Lucerne 1 Oz Silver Coin 5$ Cook Islands 2024
This solemn and commemorative 1 Oz Silver coin celebrates the Swiss Guards' loyalty and bravery, symbolized by the central figure of the wounded Lion, surviving and still fighting against the invaders despite the pain. The stunning design of the coin shows various Finishes, highlighting the different important elements of the design. The coin, in Proof quality, comes in case, along with the Certificate of Authenticity. Limited mintage of only 499 pieces worldwide.
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€169.95
Data sheet
- Country
- Cook Islands
- Year
- 2024
- Face Value
- 5 Dollars
- Metal
- Silver
- Fineness (purity)
- .9999
- Weight (g)
- 31.1 (1 oz)
- Diameter (mm)
- 33
- Quality
- Proof
- Mintage (pcs)
- 499
- Certificate (COA)
- Yes
- Presentation case (box)
- Yes
- Weight range
- 1 oz - less than 2 oz
The reverse of the coin represents the Lion of Lucerne, the famous sculpture carved out of a natural rock face in Lucerne, Switzerland. The sculpture features a lion wounded by the invaders' spear. The lion, entirely polished, distinguishes himself from the other areas of the design. The paw is placed upon a shield bearing the symbol of the French monarchy. On the reverse, also the inscriptions: "HELVETIORUM FIDEI AC VIRTUTI" - meaning "to the faith and virtues of the Swiss" and "LÖWENDENKMAL LUZERN" - the name of the coin. On the obverse, the Effigy of King Charles III, along with the inscriptions: "5 DOLLARS" - the face value, "CHARLES III" - the name of the King, "2024" - the year of issue and "COOK ISLANDS" - the issuing country.
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