Eye of the Sahara, 2 dollars

Eye of the Sahara, 2 dollars
Eye of the Sahara, 2 dollars
Eye of the Sahara, 2 dollars
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Specification
  • Issuer:
    Niue
  • Producer:
    Mint of Poland
  • Denomination:
    2 dollars
  • Metal:
    Ag 999
  • Decoration:
    digital printing
  • Size:
    38.61 mm
  • Weight:
    1 oz
  • Circulation:
    999 pcs
  • Date of issue:
    December 2016
Description

The origins of the Richat Structure, an enigmatic geological landmark located in the western parts of the largest desert in the world, are still shrouded in mystery. This stunning rock formation, also known as the Eye of the Sahara, was first identified from outer space. And no wonder, as it is nearly 50 kilometers across! The genesis of this intriguing land formation remains unexplored.

This is why the Eye of the Sahara is still one of the greatest mysteries of our planet. Once thought to be an impact crater or an extinct volcano, the Richat Structure is also seen as the remnants of an unknown extraterrestrial civilization. Further studies are needed to unravel this question. Unfortunately, not soon would the inaccessible frontiers of Western Sahara allow us understand the phenomenon of this obscure rocky formation… Maybe you will reveal the mystery  dating back to millions of years?!
 

The Eye of the Sahara seems to ‘look’ in the sky…
Perhaps the answers of its genesis are hidden somewhere in the stars?

  • great gift idea for all travelers, globetrotters, all people interested in our planet and connoisseurs of numismatics
  • outstanding design
  • on the obverse – ammonite – a fossil found in the Sahara desert
  • intricate decorations – colorful digital printing and exquisite antique finish
  • limited mintage – only 999 pcs!
  • specially designed presentation case in the shape of a frame

 

ENIGMATIC DESERT LANDMARK OF MAURITANIA

The mystery of the Eye of the Sahara is concealed beneath the relief of this coin. The collectible astounds with its intricate decorations. Its vivid deep-colored digital printing and exquisite antique finish (applied on the coin with the use of selective galvanic bath) won’t leave you indifferent! This unique collectible is a great gift idea for all globetrotters and travelers, all people interested in the world surrounding us and striving for unveiling its mysteries!

Obverse
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  1. In the upper part of the coin – effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Below it – initials of the sculptor: IRB (Ian Rank-Broadley).
  2. In the background – stylized decorative surface: ammonite.
  3. Along the rim and spirals of the ammonite – inscriptions: ELIZABETH II, 2016 (year of issue), NIUE ISLAND (issuer), 2 DOLLARS (face value), Ag 999 (hallmark).
  4. In the center of the ammonite – mint mark: m/w.
Reverse
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  1. In the central part of the coin – geological structure Kalb ar-Riszat also known as the “Eye of the Sahara” (relief, digital printing, antique finish).
  2. In the bottom, along the rim – inscription: Kalb ar-Riszat.