2014 $8 Year Of The Horse 5oz Silver Proof With Selective Gold Plating Niue Legal Tender

Capturing the strength, movement and grace of this majestic animal, the reverse is distinguished by a magnificent design of three horses in full-stride, complemented by a distinguished representation of the traditional Chinese character for the word ‘horse’.

 According to the Lunar Zodiac tradition, those born in the Year of the Horse are often seen as generous, fun and decisive, with a relaxed attitude, a sharp mind and a penchant for travel.

 Measuring a gigantic 65mm in diameter, and struck from a full five troy ounces of .999 fine silver, this official $8 legal tender issue forms a truly magnificent tribute to the upcoming year in the Chinese Lunar Calendar.

Selectively gold-plated, to highlight the powerful galloping horse motif, the coin is beautifully presented within a superbly crafted timber case, and is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity confirming the extremely exclusive nature of this memorable release.

 The worldwide mintage is strictly limited to a mere 500, which, once the quality of the strike and the strong lunar theme are taken into account, means that this coin is set to be a galloping success!

Marilyn Monroe™ 2012 1oz Silver Proof Coin - Perth Mint Australia

• Proof Quality 99.9% Pure Silver
• Marilyn Monroe Reverse Design
• ‘P’ Mintmark
• Limited Mintage – 12,500
• Presentation Packaging
• Numbered Certificate of Authenticity

Marilyn Monroe is the subject of this special silver commemorative, which is sure to captivate her many fans.
Monroe (1926 – 1962) was born Norma Jeane Mortenson, but baptized Norma Jeane Baker.  She was an American actress and model who graced the screen with her luminous beauty. 

Considered the epitome of the ‘blond bombshell’, Monroe began her career as a model, which led to a film contract in 1946.  Her early film appearances were minor, but by 1959, she had attained several leading roles and was being hailed by critics.  In her relatively short career, she won both a BAFTA award (1957) and a Golden Globe award (1959).

Monroe’s film career and troubled life have been well documented and controversy still surrounds her untimely passing in 1962.  What is certain however, is that Monroe remains a ‘megawatt’ of the silver screen.

Proof Quality 99.9% Pure Silver

The coin is struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver.

Marilyn Monroe Reverse Design

The coin’s reverse depicts a photographic image of Marilyn Monroe set against a background of film and stars.  The design also includes The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark and a representation of Marilyn’s signature.

Issued as Legal Tender

Issued as legal tender under the authority of the Government of Tuvalu, the coin bears the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the 2012 year-date on its obverse.

Extremely Limited Mintage

The Perth Mint will release no more than 12,500 of these coins.

Certificate of Authenticity

The coin is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Presentation Packaging

The coin is housed in a classic presentation display case, with a delightfully illustrated themed shipper.