23rd March
2017
6 Oz (186.6g). Roman depiction of Mercury was often accompanied by the inscription FORTUNA REDUX, which meant happy coming home from business meeting or a trip. The new coin of the Mint of Poland presents the Mercury, god of tradesmen and travelers, who was often depicted on Roman coins. He has been believed to bring good luck in business and commerce, and his winged staff caduceus protected merchants. An image of Mercury, next to it an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the face value: 50 DOLLARS. In the background – a map of the world with elements symbolized travelling. Along the rim the inscriptions: 2013 (the year of the issue), NIUE ISLAND (the issuer), Ag 999 (the alloy). An image of gold coin with the effigy of Mercury, in the background a map of galaxy. The third side of the coin. An stylized image of Mercurys legs with gods wings, in the background a map of the world with elements symbolized travelling. Very low mintage – limited to only 2,500 pieces. One of a kind – the first cylinder-shaped coin ever struck. Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and a luxury presentation case. Decorated with matt fragments of various types on a relief with selective gilding. At our discretion, we may opt to self-insure any order. Return item must be sent within 14 days after it has been received. We strive for 5 star service. Create listings that get noticed! With Auctiva’s 1,800+ Templates. The item “Niue 2013 $50 Fortuna Redux Mercury Cylinder-shaped 6oz Silver Proof Coin Gilded” is in sale since Monday, November 07, 2016. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ World\Australia & Oceania\South Pacific”. The seller is “mimi*store” and is located in Berlin. This item can be shipped worldwide.