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16th October
2017
BU – Brilliant Uncirculated. This spectacular 1 Kg Silver coin is the part of the incredible Giants of Art series and features the most famous painting in the world, the masterpiece by Leonardo da Vinci – the Mona Lisa. The coin is made from a full block of Silver, has a beautiful coloration and comes in an elegant case, along with the Certificate of Authenticity. Limited mintage to 750 pcs worldwide. The reverse of the coin features the detailed portrait with its original background in colour of the Mona Lisa, a half-length portrait of Lisa Gherardini by the Italian Renaissance artist Leonardo da Vinci. On the bottom of the reverse, the inscriptions: LEONARDO DA VINCI the name of the Italian artist, MONA LISA the name of the coin and 1503 – 1506 – the years when it is believed that Leonardo painted the Mona Lisa. Mona Lisa (Gioconda) The Mona Lisa is a half-length portrait of Lisa Gherardini by the Italian Renaissance artist Leonardo da Vinci, which has been described as the best known, the most visited, the most written about, the most sung about, the most parodied work of art in the world. The painting is a portrait of Lisa Gherardini, the wife of Francesco del Giocondo, and is in oil on a white Lombardy poplar panel, and is believed to have been painted between 1503 and 1506. Leonardo may have continued working on it as late as 1517. It was acquired by King Francis I of France and is now the property of the French Republic, on permanent display at the Louvre Museum in Paris since 1797. The subject’s expression, which is frequently described as enigmatic, the monumentality of the composition, the subtle modelling of forms, and the atmospheric illusionism were novel qualities that have contributed to the continuing fascination and study of the work. The item “MONA LISA Leonardo da Vinci Giants of Art 1 Kg Kilo Silver Coin 100$ Niue 2017″ is in sale since Monday, September 11, 2017. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ World\Australia & Oceania\Other Oceania Coins”. The seller is “powercoin_italy” and is located in Roma. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
- Year: 2017
- Composition: Silver
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Niue
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9th October
2017
2011 Niue 32.79 oz. Silver Leonardo da Vinci Codex 24-Piece Coin Set. Total Fine Silver Content: 32.79 oz. LIMITED WORLDWIDE MINTAGE OF ONLY 500 SETS. Offered here is a true spectacle of numismatic craftsmanship – a 24-piece, full-color, proof-quality silver coin devoted to Leonardo da Vinci’s famous sketches and drawings as a draftsman, with the world-renowned Vitruvian Man design as a centerpiece! A breathtaking presentation, the complete full-color 24-coin collection measures a huge 166.8 mm x 240 mm, and comprises over 1-Kilo of. The Genius of Leonardo Da Vinci. Leonardo da Vinci had incredible powers of observation, seeing the world around him like no one else. Leonardo’s interests and areas of study varied so greatly that many of his works never saw completion. During his time in the service of the Duke of Milan he only finished about six works over a period of 17 years. Each piece of silver features a full-color, edgeless design showing one of da Vinci’s many innovative drawings, that when placed together form a completed picture of the famous Vitruvian Man surrounded by sketches of various inventions conceived in the mind of this great master! Some of the sketches depicted on the set include: organ cannon, battle chariot, giant crossbow, flying machine, mainspring, tank, parachute, weighing machine, and many others. Struck from 99.9% Pure Proof Silver. Original Wooden Presentation Case. 24 Coins in Full Color, Proof Quality. The 2011 Da Vinci Set Set has a limited mintage of only 500! The complete 24 piece silver coin comes presented in its fully assembled form, protectively sealed within a perspex case which still allows full access to the coin designs on the face, and the 24 effigies of Queen Elizabeth II on the back. Supplied with the set is a timber case designed to look like a bound codex, with a portrait of Leonardo da Vinci taken from one of his own sketches laser-etched on the front. Setting the coin in its perspex case within the supplied timber frame inside the codex-styled case provides a spectacular way of displaying this marvel of numismatic ingenuity. The inside of the codex case is lined with soft red fabric, creating an eye-catching contrast against the rich timber hue of the frame and the old-time parchment coloring of the coin itself. The set also comes with a timber stand in which the perspex case rests, creating a grand centerpiece display for any discerning numismatic collection. The item “DA VINCI CODEX 24-PIECE COIN SET- 1 KILO 2011 NIUE 32.70 OZ. PURE SILVER” is in sale since Monday, January 18, 2016. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ World\Commemorative”. The seller is “harvestor_investments” and is located in Sierra Madre, California. This item can be shipped to United States, all countries in Europe, Canada, Australia.
- Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
- Year: 2011
- Composition: silver
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16th July
2016
166.8 x 240. This is a gorgeous Set with incomparable beauty and value and makes a perfect homage to Italian Renaissance genius Leonardo Da Vinci and his drawings. Da Vinci is no doubt the most genius man who has ever lived. This spectacular over 1 kg coin consists of 24 edgeless color printed bars, which all put together form one coin unit. Limited mintage to only 100 pieces worldwide. This opera commemorates the most genius man who has ever lived. The product consists of 24 edgeless color printed silver bars that come together to one large coin. The following sketches are reproduced on the coin: Organ Cannon, Battle Chariot, Giant Crossbow, Study of the brain, Flying Machine, Clockwork, Glider, Mainspring, Horse Armor, Knight Armor, Study of a skull, Study of a horse, Study of light and shadow, Study of an embryo, Cannons, Sketch for the Castello Sforza, Study of the female anatomy, Sketch for a cathedral, Anatomic study of the shoulder, Parachute, Tank, Helicopter, Weighing Machine. The common obverse of the coins depicts the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the issue country: Niue and the issue year: 2011. During his life he did it all: architect, painter, sculptor, musician, draftsman, engineer, geometer, inventor, anatomist, physiologist, botanist and scientist. In short, he was a true genius. Leonardo is justly famous for his realistic paintings, such as the Mona Lisa, the Madonna of the Rocks, and the Last Supper, as well as for influential drawings such as the Vitruvian Man. The drawings of Leonardo da Vinci Leonardo da Vinci had incredible powers of observation, he saw the world around him like no one else. So many diverse areas occupied Leonardo’s mind: painting, sculpture, anatomy, flight, architecture, water and air dynamics, war machines, nature and anything else that happened to catch his eye. Leonardo’s interests and areas of study varied so greatly many of his works never saw completion. During his time in the service of the Duke of Milan he only finished about six works in 17 years. Through this great man’s sketches we get a window into one of man kind’s greatest minds. The noblest pleasure is the joy of understanding. The item “DA VINCI CODEX 5 Anniversary Leonardo 1 Kg Kilo Silver Set 24 Coins 1$ Niue 2011″ is in sale since Friday, July 15, 2016. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ World\Australia & Oceania\South Pacific”. The seller is “powercoin_italy” and is located in Roma. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
- Year: 2011
- Composition: Silver
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Niue
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24th March
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
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7th March
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 Tuesday, March 01, 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
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Niue
- Composition: Silver
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