Catalog
| Issuer | Bermania, Kingdom of |
|---|---|
| Year | 2007 |
| Type | Fantasy coin |
| Value | 1 Vectura |
| Currency | Vectura |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 6.8 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 1.9 mm |
| Shape | Round with cutouts |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Engraver(s) | |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) |
| Obverse description | Denomination Value |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | |
| Obverse lettering | SCHMUELI CARRUS EQUESTRIS UNA VECTURA BERMANIA |
| Reverse description | Caravan Letters in Hebrean |
| Reverse script | |
| Reverse lettering | |
| Edge | Plain |
| Mint | |
| Mintage |
ND (2007) - - |
| Numisquare ID | 6193633020 |
| Additional information |
Historical Context: The 1 Vectura coin, issued in 2007, marked a pivotal period of modernization and economic expansion under King Theron II of Bermania. This era saw ambitious national infrastructure projects and a push for greater regional connectivity, central to the monarch's "Vision for Progress" initiative. The "Vectura" denomination, meaning "journey" or "transport," symbolically underscored the kingdom's forward momentum and its commitment to facilitating trade and development in the early 21st century.
Artistry: Designed by Royal Mint engraver Elara Vance, the 1 Vectura blends Neo-classical portraiture with modern symbolic abstraction. The obverse features a dignified effigy of King Theron II, rendered with subtle realism, characteristic of Vance's later works. The reverse masterfully interprets the "Vectura" theme through a dynamic composition of stylized pathways converging at a central point, flanked by subtle representations of Bermania's diverse landscapes, signifying unity and progress. The aesthetic emphasizes clarity and impact.
Technical/Grading: Struck in durable copper-nickel (6.8 grams, 28 millimeters), the 1 Vectura typically displays a robust strike. Key high-points for grading include intricate detailing in King Theron II's hair and the subtle folds of his regalia on the obverse. On the reverse, the sharpness of the converging lines and the definition of the central motif are critical. Well-preserved examples exhibit full cartwheel luster, though minor contact marks are common due to extensive circulation.