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2 Dollars - Elizabeth II Descent of the Spirit
| Issuer | Niue |
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| Year | 2022 |
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| Value | 2 Dollars |
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| Obverse description | Right-facing crowned effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, wearing a jewelled crown, drop earring, and necklace, rendered in high relief against a darkened antiqued field. The portrait is executed in fine detail with elaborately styled hair. The circular legend reads 'QUEEN ELIZABETH II' above and 'NIUE TWO DOLLARS' to the left, with '2oz 999 FINE SILVER' to the right, and the date '2022' positioned in the lower field. |
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| Reverse description | High-relief depiction of the biblical scene of Pentecost, showing a group of robed apostles gathered together, several kneeling in prayer and awe, with tongues of flame descending upon each figure from above. The composition is rendered in a dramatic engraving style inspired by Gustave Doré, with deeply textured background and strong chiaroscuro effect enhanced by the antiqued finish. The legend 'DESCENT OF THE SPIRIT' appears in the lower exergue in incuse Latin lettering. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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