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2 Dollars - Charles III Colosseum
| Issuer | Government of Niue |
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| Year | 2025 |
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| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
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| Obverse description | The obverse is shaped to represent a cross-section of the Colosseum's exterior facade, rendered in high relief with the coin's non-circular, architectural silhouette. The Public Seal of Niue appears at upper right, depicted as a crowned circular device within a wreath, with crossed implements below. The country name NIUE is inscribed in bold raised letters across the upper field, with the legend PUBLIC SEAL OF NIUE and NIUE TUKULAGI incorporated around the seal device. The lower exergue bears the inscription 2 OZ .999 FINE SILVER TWO DOLLARS 2025 in raised lettering. The entire surface is gold-plated, giving the design a warm, gilded finish consistent with the coin's collector presentation. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | The reverse presents a highly detailed, three-dimensional architectural depiction of the Colosseum in Rome, rendered in high relief with the coin shaped to mirror the monument's iconic tiered facade. Multiple levels of arched openings are rendered in precise relief across the full width of the coin, faithfully reproducing the successive arcades of the amphitheatre's exterior wall. The interplay of recessed archways and projecting pilasters creates a strong sculptural effect across the gold-plated surface. Select archways are highlighted with contrasting color accents, drawing the eye to specific bays of the structure. No legend or inscription appears on the reverse, allowing the architectural design to dominate the entire field. |
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