


© Mint of Poland
2 Dollars - Elizabeth II The Card Players
2016 yearSilver (.999) | 62.2 g | - |
Issuer | Niue |
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Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2016 |
Value | 2 Dollars 2 NZD = USD 1.23 |
Currency | Dollar of New Zealand (1987-date) |
Composition | Silver (.999) |
Weight | 62.2 g |
Size | 57 × 57 mm |
Shape | Square |
Technique | Milled |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#191863 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
A reproduction of the painting “The Card Players” (1892-93) by Paul Cézanne imprinted with the use of digital printing technology in a decorative silver frame.
Engraver: Paul Cézanne
Edge
Plain
Comment
The royal family of Qatar paid the trifling sum of 158.4 million pounds (or more than 250 million dollars) for a painting by Paul Cézanne entitled “The Card Players”. This was an extraordinary amount which outclassed the current record-holder, Jackson Pollock’s ”Number 5” (1948), sold in 2006 for 140 million dollars.Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a regal portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a group of players engrossed in a card game on the other. The design is inspired by the famous painting "The Card Players" by Paul Cézanne, adding an artistic touch to the coin.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2016 | 600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (The Card Players) 2016 coin.