2022 Solomon Islands 1 oz Father Frost Silver Proof Coin
Celebrate the holiday season with the 2022 Solomon Islands 1 oz Father Frost Silver Proof Coin! Known as Ded Moroz ("Grandpa Frost"), he is the Russian Santa Claus who brings presents to well-mannered children throughout December, often in person. On New Year's Eve, he secretly leaves presents under the Christmas tree. In East Slavic cultures, Ded Moroz is accompanied by Snegurochka ("Snow Maiden"), his granddaughter and helper.
Highlights
- 2022 Solomon Islands 1 oz Father Frost Silver Proof Coin.
- Legal tender of the Solomon Islands.
- Extremely limited mintage of only 5,000 for worldwide distribution!
- This silver coin Contains 1 troy oz of 999 Fine Silver in proof condition.
- Coin is oval-shaped and comes inside a traditional wooden Matryoshka nesting doll.
- Obverse: Displays the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Inscriptions include quot;ELIZABETH II . SOLOMON ISLANDS . 2022 . 5 DOLLARS . 1oz Ag999 . IRB .".
- Reverse: Features a colorized Father Frost in a winter forest, bag of toys on his side, his staff in hand, and several forest animals resting peacefully by his feet. Inscribed on the top of the oval-shaped coin is "2022", while "Ded Moroz" is on the bottom. A solid silver border is along the outer edge.
- A Certificate of Authenticity is included.
Showcasing the Russian Santa!
The successful "Matryoshka Doll" series continues with a new design showing the Russian version of the Santa Claus: Father Frost. A beautiful mix of various frostings and icy colours gives each coin a distinctive winter feel. Beautifully designed, both the legal tender coin and the Matryoshka-doll case bear traditional depictions reminiscent of attractively colored Russian folk art. The Proof quality coin is struck from 1oz pure silver and has a unique oval shape!
A Unique and Beautiful Coin
As a legal tender offering of the Solomon Islands, the obverse displays the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley, centered on the oval-shaped coin. Inscriptions include "ELIZABETH II . SOLOMON ISLANDS . 2022 . 5 DOLLARS . 1oz Ag999 . IRB ."
The reverse features a colorized Father Frost standing proudly in a forest in winter, a bag of toys on his side and his staff in his right hand. On his left arm is perched an owl, while a doe and two rabbits lie peacefully at his feet. The gray background features a stylized Russian forest, complete with icicles and snowflakes.
Worldwide mintage is limited to just 5,000 so be sure to reserve yours today!
