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© Perth Mint
2 Dollars - Elizabeth II Tears of the Moon
2021 year| Silver (.9999) | 62.213 g | 45.6 mm |
| Issuer | Tuvalu |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2021 |
| Value | 2 Dollars 2 AUD = USD 1.35 |
| Currency | Dollar (1976-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.9999) |
| Weight | 62.213 g |
| Diameter | 45.6 mm |
| Thickness | 6.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#283992 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
The coin centre is filled by a Perspex dome containing silver particles suspended in purified white mineral oil - a metaphor for the tears of Mama Quilla, who is portrayed on the piece’s outer ring. The design includes representations of a panther and a serpent, hostile animals according to Inca mythology that tried to devour Mama Quilla during the lunar eclipse.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
P
NM
Designer: Natasha Muhl
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Elizabeth II (Tears of the Moon) 2021 coin from Tuvalu is unique in that it features a colorful, luminescent design that changes depending on the angle of the light. The coin's reverse side features a representation of the moon's surface, with craters and other details that are highlighted by a shimmering, iridescent effect. This effect is achieved through the use of a special technology that applies a thin layer of microscopic crystals to the coin's surface, creating a mesmerizing, otherworldly appearance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Tears of the Moon) 2021 coin.
