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2 Dollars - Elizabeth II Molon Labe
2022 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Niue |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2022 |
| Value | 2 Dollars 2 NZD = USD 1.23 |
| Currency | Dollar of New Zealand (1987-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Thickness | 3.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#325596 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
A Soldier in Spartan regalia holding a spear and shield, with a battle scene in the background
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΜΟΛΩΝ
ΛΑΒΕ
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Molon labe or Molôn labé (Ancient Greek: μολὼν λαϐέ / molṑn labé), meaning "Come (take) them," is a famous retort of King Leonidas I of Sparta when the Persian armies demanded that the Greeks lay down their weapons at the Battle of Thermopylae. (Source: www.wikipedia.org)
Interesting fact
The Molon Labe coin's design features the famous phrase "Molon Labe," which means "Come and take them" in ancient Greek. This phrase was famously uttered by King Leonidas of Sparta when the Persians demanded that he and his 300 soldiers surrender their weapons during the Battle of Thermopylae in 480 BCE. The coin's design incorporates this phrase as a symbol of strength, courage, and determination, reflecting the spirit of the Spartans who fought against overwhelming odds.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Molon Labe) 2022 coin.
