Bengal Cat, 1 dollar, Series: Man’s Best Friends – Cats
- Issuer:
- Denomination:1 New Zealand dollar
- Metal:Ag 999
- Decoration:digital printing, SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS
- Quality:proof
- Size:38.61 mm
- Weight:17.50 g
- Circulation:1,500 pcs
- Date of issue:March 2014
The Mint of Poland is delighted to present the coin of the enchanting “Man’s Best Friends” collection designed for all cats’ enthusiasts in whose hearts and minds these pets hold a special place.
- the perfect gift for all cat lovers
- decorated with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS
- embellished with multi-coloured printed decorations
- offered in an attractive presentation case designed specifically to house this coin
This stunning coin with a multi-coloured image of the Bengal cat set with crystals will be a gift which cannot be forgotten. The dazzling beauty and magical aura of the Bengal cat makes this coin an item that will add splendour to each collection.
The domestic Bengal cat is the fourth or subsequent generation of a wild leopard cat. This gorgeous and intelligent feline is an inquisitive and entertaining companion. The Latin name (bengalensis) of the species comes from the place of finding the first specimen that was noticed when it was swimming in the Bay of Bengal. In Chinese tradition wild Bengal cats called cash cats (in Chinese "chinch`ien mao") are considered to be the animals bringing good luck and success. Their spotted fur and rosettes resemble Chinese coins.
In the central part of the coin – a profile portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Below – inscriptions: Ag 999 (the hallmark), m/w (the mint mark). Along the rim – inscriptions: ELIZABETH II, NIUE ISLAND (the issuer), 1 DOLLAR (the face value) and the year of issue: 2014.
In the central part – a multi-coloured image of a Bengal cat. In the background – an image of a cat of this breed recreated in relief. Above – the name of the breed in English and Polish: BENGAL CAT / KOT BENGALSKI. Along the rim – decorative elements depicting cat paw prints.
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