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1 Dollar - Elizabeth II Falcon Pectoral
| Issuer | Fiji |
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| Year | 2012 |
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| Weight | 20 g |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | The reverse depicts the celebrated Falcon Pectoral discovered in the tomb of Tutankhamun, rendered in intricate detail. The falcon, a representation of the solar deity, is shown with wings spread, clutching hieroglyphic symbols for life (ankh) and eternity (shen ring) in its talons. A solar disc surmounts the falcon's head, referencing its divine solar aspect. The multilingual legend identifying the subject appears around the design in four languages. The coin is individually serialized on the edge, making each example unique. |
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The falcon pectoral referenced here is the gold collar and pendant ensemble recovered from the tomb of Tutankhamun, excavated by Howard Carter in 1922. Fiji's inclusion in a long-running series of ancient Egyptian artifact coins reflects the Pacific island nation's role as a prolific issuer of themed collector silver — a revenue strategy that has nothing to do with local history and everything to do with the global numismatic market for themed bullion. The Royal Australian Mint and several European contract mints have produced pieces in comparable series under Pacific island authority.