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2 Dollars - Elizabeth II Phiale
2017 year| Silver (.999) | 31.103 g | 40.7 mm |
| Issuer | Niue |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| Value | 2 Dollars 2 NZD = USD 1.23 |
| Currency | Dollar of New Zealand (1987-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.103 g |
| Diameter | 40.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#215304 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
The phiale, a shallow drinking bowl with a hemispherical divot in the middle, was the vessel that was actually brought to the drinker’s lips. The single phiale in the set is about 25 cm in diameter, and its bottom symbolizes the sun, ringed with 24 acorns (matching the crown of Seuthes III which consisted of acorns and oak leaves), and three concentric rings of 24 Ethiopian heads each used to ward off evil
Script: Latin
Lettering: PANAGYURISHTE TREASURE
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2017 Niue $2 Elizabeth II (Phiale) silver coin is that it features a unique effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley. The coin's obverse showcases a portrait of the Queen wearing a crown and earrings, with a distinctive "Phiale" style that gives the coin its name. This design element sets the coin apart from other coins featuring the standard effigy of the Queen, making it a standout piece for collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Phiale) 2017 coin.
