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100 Dollars - Elizabeth II Greek Helmet
| Uitgever | Solomon Islands |
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| Jaar | 2022 |
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| Techniek | Milled |
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| Schrift voorzijde | Latin |
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| Beschrijving keerzijde | A monumental high-relief, three-dimensional sculptural rendering of an ancient Corinthian-type Greek bronze helmet, attributed to approximately 460 BC, presented in three-quarter view and dominating the entire reverse field. The helmet displays the characteristic broad nasal guard, sweeping cheek pieces, and rounded skull cap with subtle surface texturing evoking aged patinated bronze. Fine incised lines and modeled surfaces faithfully reproduce the metalworking artistry of classical Greek armourers. An ancient votive Greek inscription on the helmet records the dedication of this war spoil by the Argives to Zeus following their victory over the Corinthians. The extraordinary sculptural depth and meticulous surface modeling of this one-kilogram coin exemplify the highest standards of contemporary numismatic art. |
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| Aanvullende informatie |
The 2022 Solomon Islands high-denomination silver kilo series has no meaningful monetary connection to the issuer — these pieces are produced under licensing arrangements for the collector bullion market, with the Solomon Islands nominal authority used primarily for legal-tender face value assignment. The practice became widespread among Pacific island nations after Tuvalu and Niue demonstrated its commercial viability in the 2000s.
Greek helmets of the Corinthian type were produced in such quantities during the 7th and 6th centuries BC that surviving examples now appear regularly at auction — the coins commemorating them are almost certainly more expensive than many of the originals.