2 Dollars - Elizabeth II Celtic Calendar
2020 year| Silver (.999) (Green resin inlay on 1 side) | 62.2 g | 50.0 mm |
| Issuer | Niue |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2020 |
| Value | 2 Dollars 2 NZD = USD 1.23 |
| Currency | Dollar of New Zealand (1987-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) (Green resin inlay on 1 side) |
| Weight | 62.2 g |
| Diameter | 50.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#198141 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
The surface is divided into three concentric circular parts. Outer, middle (green in color) and central.
Outer part:
13 encircled Ogham alphabet letters representing 13 Moons of the Celtic Tree Calendar, surrounded by Celtic ornaments. The Moons are organized in clockwise direction, starting from the top.
Middle part (green in colour):
13 plants corresponding to Ogham letters, ie. Moons of the Calendar.
[Ogham letter - plant Moon] (genus of the plant in latin)]
ᚁ - Birch Moon (Betula sp.)
ᚂ - Rowan Moon (Sorbus sp.)
ᚅ - Ash Moon (Fraxinus sp.)
ᚃ - Alder Moon (Alnus sp.)
ᚄ - Willow Moon (Salix sp.)
ᚆ - Hawthorn Moon (Crataegus sp.)
ᚇ - Oak Moon (Quercus sp.)
ᚈ - Holly Moon (Ilex sp.)
ᚉ - Hazel Moon (Corylus sp.)
ᚋ - Vine Moon (Vitis sp.)
ᚌ - Ivy Moon (Hedera sp.)
ᚍ - Reed Moon (Phragmites sp.)
ᚏ - Elder Moon (Sambucus sp.)
Central part:
Four smaller encircled triskelions representing four seasons of the year, and a central bigger encircled triskelion representing the year itself.
Lettering: ᚁ ᚂ ᚅ ᚃ ᚄ ᚆ ᚇ ᚈ ᚉ ᚋ ᚌ ᚍ ᚏ
Edge
Plain
Comment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique green resin inlay on one side, which represents the Celtic Calendar. The Celtic Calendar is a lunisolar calendar that was used by the ancient Celts, and it is still celebrated by some today. The calendar is based on the cycles of the moon and the sun, and it is divided into 13 months, each of which is represented by a different symbol or image. The green resin inlay on this coin is a nod to this rich cultural heritage and adds an extra layer of beauty and significance to the coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 mw | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Celtic Calendar) 2020 coin.
