2021 New Zealand Tangaroa: Guardian of the Sea Silver Colored Proof 2-Coin Set

2021 New Zealand Tangaroa: Guardian of the Sea Silver Proof Set
2021 New Zealand Tangaroa: Guardian of the Sea Silver Proof Set
2021 New Zealand Tangaroa: Guardian of the Sea Silver Proof Set
2021 New Zealand Tangaroa: Guardian of the Sea Silver Proof Set
2021 New Zealand Tangaroa: Guardian of the Sea Silver Proof Set

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2021 New Zealand Tangaroa: Guardian of the Sea Silver Colored Proof 2-Coin Set

2021 New Zealand Tangaroa: Guardian of the Ocean Silver Proof Set

BOLD is very pleased to offer this inaugural coin release of a new series exploring atua, Maori gods. This 2021 New Zealand Tangaroa: Guardian of the Ocean Silver Proof Set is not only beautifully designed and produced, but also highly intriguing. As introduced by the mint,

    "Tangaroa is a deity described in Maori traditions as the kaitiaki (guardian) of all oceans and waters. He is one of the children of Ranginui (the sky father) and Papatuanuku (the earth mother), from whom life originates. Among various accounts throughout Aotearoa New Zealand and the Pacific, Tangaroa is identified as the father of sea creatures. In some traditions, the sea is thought to be where all life originated. In traditional carvings, Maori ancestors can resemble amphibians - animals that can live on both land and water - with snake-like bodies and large heads."

Highlights

  • 2021 New Zealand Tangaroa: Guardian of the Ocean Silver Proof Set.
  • Set contains two 1oz Coins for a total of 2 ounces .999 fine silver.
  • The two coins are presented in a handsome display box with COA.
  • Reverse design of both coins feature a different selective colored image.
  • Extremely limited mintage of only 400 sets for global distribution!
  • Premium bullion offering includes display box, Certificate of Authenticity.
  • Obverse: Both coins display the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley. Inscriptions encircling the rim include, "NEW ZEALAND . 999 Ag 1 oz. ELIZABETH II . 2021.
  • Reverse: Coin 1 - Features a puhoro motif that surrounds Tangaroa making reference to his ability to control the tides and waves.
  • Reverse: Coin 2 - Features a puhoro design that traditionally refers to speed and agility, depicting the cutting or rippling effect of the water or waves when a waka (canoe) travels. Inscriptions on reverse of both coins include, "TANGAROA . GUARDIAN OF THE OCEAN."

Guardian of the Ocean

As a legal tender offering of New Zealand, the obverse of both coins in the set display the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley. Inscriptions encircling the rim include, "NEW ZEALAND . 999 Ag 1 oz. ELIZABETH II . 2021."

The reverse of Coin 1 of the set has a puhoro motif that surrounds Tangaroa making reference to his ability to control the tides and waves. Inscriptions encircling the top rim include the face value in both English and Maori, "ONE DOLLAR . KOTAHI TARA" At the bottom rim is displayed "TANGAROA . GUARDIAN OF THE OCEAN."

The reverse of Coin 2 of the set, the puhoro design traditionally refers to speed and agility, depicting the cutting or rippling effect of the water or waves when a waka (canoe) travels. The sea creatures within the design represent the many stories, traditions and lineage of Tangaroa, including the tohora or whale. Whales are viewed as the guardians of navigators. According to Maori oral tradition, whales guided canoes to New Zealand, and the ancestor Paikea is said to have arrived riding a whale. Inscriptions follow the same as on Coin 1.

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