Rooted in a respect for historic and legendary figures, the Legendary Warriors series from Pinehurst Coins recognizes individuals remembered for their bravery, skill, and ambition. Each coin is struck in 2 oz of .999 fine silver and features a high-relief finish that brings added dimension to the artwork. The series highlights fifteen accomplished warriors, including Achilles, Alexander the Great, Spartacus, Joan of Arc, Genghis Khan, Geronimo, Sitting Bull, Leonidas, Miyamoto Musashi, and Hannibal. Currently, 2023 2 oz Antique Niue Silver Achilles Coins in certified condition are available from BGASC.

Highlights:

• Arrives in a plastic slab!
• Part of the Legendary Warriors Series!
• Includes a special Legendary Warriors label!
• Antique visuals and selective 24-karat gold layers!
• Limited mintage of only 500 coins!
• Contains 2 troy oz of .999 pure silver.
• Bears a face value of $5 (NZD) backed by the government of Niue.
• Issued a grade of Mint State 70 by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation.
• The obverse features the Public Seal of Niue surrounded by various weapons.
• On the reverse is a depiction of Achilles in full armor near the walls of Troy.

These coins are housed in protective slabs and feature a special Legendary Warriors label. A Mint State 70 grade from the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation indicates a coin with full mint luster and no visible imperfections. Considered perfect examples, these coins also display an antique finish, selective 24-karat gold accents, and a high-relief strike that creates a bold, dimensional appearance.

Obverse

The obverse of the 2023 Antique Niue Silver Achilles Coin displays the Public Seal of Niue framed by an assortment of historic weapons. Niue, located in the South Pacific and associated with New Zealand, is known for authorizing commemorative coinage. Its status as an issuing authority provides legal tender backing and credibility to special releases like this one.

Reverse

On the reverse of the 2023 2 oz Antique Silver Achilles Coin, Achilles is portrayed in armor with select features plated in 24-karat gold. He is positioned near the walls of Troy, prepared for battle. His leadership helped secure victories for the Greeks, but his story is also marked by grief after the loss of Patroclus. Ultimately, he was defeated when Paris struck his heel with a fatal shot.

History

Achilles is a legendary Greek warrior best known for his role in the Trojan War. His story, told in Homers Iliad, highlights both his unmatched combat ability and his personal struggles. While he was thought to be nearly invulnerable, his heel remained unprotected. This detail led to the lasting expression Achilles heel. Mythology tells us that his mother dipped him into the River Styx as an infant, holding him by the heel and leaving that spot exposed.

Ordering

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