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2 Dollars - Elizabeth II Great White Shark
| Issuer | Niue |
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| Year | 2012 |
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| Value | 2 Dollars |
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| Obverse description | The obverse features the fourth crowned effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, facing right, as sculpted by Raphael David Maklouf. The Queen is depicted wearing the George IV State Diadem, with her hair styled in characteristic curls and a pearl necklace visible at the truncation. The legend ELIZABETH II · NIUE · TWO DOLLARS · 2012 · is arranged around the periphery, separated by raised dot stops. The design is framed by a continuous beaded border, and the mirror-like proof field imparts a stark contrast to the finely detailed portrait. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | The reverse presents a dramatic high-relief depiction of a great white shark (Carcharodon carcharias) lunging forward with its jaws open wide, rows of serrated teeth prominently rendered. The composition is structured as a stylized porthole or viewport framed by a raised circular border with decorative bolt motifs, lending a nautical aesthetic. Color printing has been applied to the surrounding water and splash elements in vivid blue tones, providing a striking chromatic contrast against the brilliant silver field. To the right of the shark, the legend GREAT WHITE SHARK is inscribed in bold raised lettering, with the denomination inscription FINE SILVER 999 1OZ appearing below in smaller characters. The overall design conveys a sense of dynamic motion and depth, consistent with the high-quality proof collector coin series. |
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