Archive for March 24th, 2016

Introducing the Leonardo da Vinci Codex 24-Piece Silver Coin Collection. A truly magnificent example of numismatic design, this stunning 24-piece silver coin collection has been issued by the authority of Niue Island to celebrate the inventive mind and skill of Leonardo da Vinci. An awe-inspiring presentation, the complete 24-coin collection measures a massive 166.80mm x 240mm, and comprises well over a KILO of. A gargantuan work of numismatic art, celebrating da Vincis Codex, this imposing collection features an incredible TWENTY-FOUR interlinked legal tender coins each crafted to flawless Proof quality from 42.5g. Exquisite examples of full-colour minting, each of those coins represents a part of the Codex an astonishing collection of drawings and prose fusing art, engineering, anatomy and science, highlighted by da Vincis iconic Vitruvian Man. Individually superb, the 24 edgeless full-colour coins unite to form a seamless, absolutely perfect recreation of da Vincis work. Protecting the spellbinding quality of this lavish, unparalleled commemorative issue, this majestic 24 coin. 999 fine silver Proof collection is set between two sheets of thick Perspex, and then housed within a top quality timber box. Complete with an elegant stand, so you can display your new acquisition in style, as well as a detailed information booklet incorporating a Certificate of Authenticity confirming the mintage of just 500, every element of this extensive presentation is housed within a beautifully engraved timber case. This is 385 of 500. Comes with free da Vinci business card holder. Please note minor scratches on outer wooden box, and a small crack in the lower right corner of the Perspex case. All 24 silver coins are undamaged. Please contact me with any questions. The item “2011 The Da Vinci Codex. 24 Coins Form One 1 KG Fine Silver Coin. Only 500 Made” is in sale since Thursday, March 17, 2016. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ World\Australia & Oceania\Other Oceania Coins”. The seller is “justinmc80″ and is located in Katy, Texas. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
• Year: 2011
• Certification: Uncertified
• Certification Number: yes
• Composition: Silver
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Niue

Niue 2011 The Villa of the Mysteries of Pompeii 335g (11.41oz) 9 Silver Coin Set. 355g (11.415oz) total. 41 x 336 mm total. The coin set “Villa of Mysteries in Pompeii” is simply beautiful, over 11 ounces of pure silver (355 g). It consists of 9, according to the villa’s frescoes, edgeless color printed bars, of 3 different sizes, which all put together form one coin unit. The largest commemorative coins of the world! In the first century the Roman Empire contains many cities, but none in a more beautiful setting than the cities and towns lining the Bay of Naples. On the 24th of August, 79 A. Volcanic ash spews from Mt. Pompeii and nearby Herculaneum disappear from the face of the earth. Gradually grass and vines cover the land where the towns stood. The local people eventually forget even the name of the buried towns. Herculaneum was rediscovered in 1738 and Pompeii in 1748. By the mid-eighteenth century, when scholars made the journey to Naples and reported on the findings, the imagination of Europe was ignited. Suddenly, the classical world was in vogue. Philosophy, art, architecture, literature, and even fashion drew upon the discoveries of Pompeii and Herculaneum for inspiration; the Neoclassical movement was under way. This villa, built around a central peristyle court and surrounded by terraces, is much like other large villas of Pompeii. However, it contains one very unusual feature; a room decorated with beautiful and strange scenes. This room, known to us as “The Initiation Chamber, ” measures 15 by 25 feet and is located in the front right portion of the villa. The Villa is named for the paintings in one room of the residence. This space may have been a triclinium, and is decorated with very fine frescoes. Although the actual subject of the frescoes is hotly debated, the most common interpretation of the images is scenes of the initiation of a woman into a special cult of Dionysus, a mystery cult that required specific rites and rituals to become a member. Very low mintage – limited to only 250 coin sets. Comes with capsule, certificate of authenticity and a special presentation case. We strive for excellent service. Though we normally reply to inquiries as soon as possible, please note that our office is limited on weekends and holidays. Create listings that get noticed! With Auctiva’s 1,800+ Templates. The item “Niue 2011 The Villa of the Mysteries of Pompeii 335g (11.41oz) 9 Silver Coin Set” is in sale since Wednesday, March 16, 2016. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ World\Australia & Oceania\South Pacific”. The seller is “jvpic” and is located in Berlin. This item can be shipped worldwide.