2 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Qi Lin and Unicorn) 2018 front 2 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Qi Lin and Unicorn) 2018 back
2 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Qi Lin and Unicorn) 2018 photo
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2 Dollars - Elizabeth II Qi Lin and Unicorn

2018 year
Silver (.9999) 62.213 g 40.60 mm
Description
Issuer
Tuvalu
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2018
Value
2 Dollars 2 AUD = USD 1.35
Currency
Dollar (1976-date)
Composition
Silver (.9999)
Weight
62.213 g
Diameter
40.60 mm
Thickness
6.42 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#152218
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

The Qi Lin portrayed with an equine body covered with the scales of a fish and either antlers or a single horn – the latter responsible for it being referred to as the ‘the Chinese unicorn’.
The horse-like unicorn, with a single horn projecting from its forehead, has been portrayed since antiquity including the Indus Valley Civilization more than 4,500 years ago.

Lettering:
麒麟
IJ
UNICORN

Engraver: Ing Ing Jong

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Qi Lin and Unicorn coin from Tuvalu is a unique and interesting collector's item, as it features a mythical creature (the unicorn) alongside a real-life animal (the Qi Lin) that is considered a symbol of good fortune and prosperity in Chinese culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2018  1000 - - - - - -

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