Gold Tenth-Ounce 2024 Stingray, Coin from Cayman Islands - detailed information

Gold Tenth-Ounce 2024 Stingray, Coin from Cayman Islands
CoinGold Tenth-Ounce 2024 Stingray

The Cayman Islands is a self-governing British Overseas Territory, the largest by population, in the western Caribbean Sea. The territory has its own currency, the Cayman Islands Dollar, in which the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) issues a variety of circulating coins and banknotes.

The government also authorises some foreign mints to strike commemorative and bullion coins under its jurisdiction, for collector's purposes or for investment. Many of these are in standard bullion sizes, including in the small tenth-ounce (1/0oz) of gold format.

This coin is part of the Cayman Sea Life Coin Series, and features the Stingray.

The mint says about it:
Stingrays are among the most enchanting creatures of the ocean, known for their graceful movements and unique, flat bodies. The Cayman Islands, with their pristine waters and vibrant coral reefs, are a haven for these majestic animals. The Stingray has become an emblem of the islands, symbolizing the delicate balance of marine ecosystems and the importance of conservation efforts.

The Stingray holds a special place in the history and culture of the Cayman Islands. For centuries, these creatures have inhabited the shallow waters of the islands, playing a vital role in the marine environment. The most famous of these locations is Stingray City, a renowned sandbar where locals and tourists alike can interact with and feed the gentle Southern Stingrays (Dasyatis americana). This unique interaction has fostered a deep appreciation and respect for these fascinating creatures.

MintScottsdale Mint Mint MarkNo mint mark Total Mintage 1,000
Obverse
Cayman Islands / Gold Tenth-Ounce 2024 Stingray - obverse photo

The obverse of the coin displays the Coat of Arms of the Cayman Islands, which consists of a shield, a crested helm and the motto. Three stars, representing each of the three inhabited Islands (Grand Cayman, Little Cayman and Cayman Brac), are set in the lower two-thirds of the shield. The stars rest on wavy bands representing the sea. In the top third of the shield is a lion passant guardant (walking with the further forepaw raised and the body seen from the side), representing Britain. Above the shield is a turtle on a coil of rope. Behind the turtle is a pineapple. The turtle represents the seafaring history; the rope, its traditional thatch-rope industry; and the pineapple, its ties with Jamaica.

The islands’ motto, HE HATH FOUNDED IT UPON THE SEAS is on a ribbon below the shield. This line, a verse from Psalm 24 Verse 2, acknowledges the Christian heritage of the country, as well as its ties to the sea.

The background of the centre is textured with lines resembling sea waves.

In the rim, which is textured with thin wavy lines, around above are the date of issue, the name of the country and the face value: 2024 · CAYMAN ISLANDS · 2 DOLLARS. Around below, the precious metal content: TENTH TROY OZ 9999 FINE GOLD.

Obverse Inscription 2024 · CAYMAN ISLANDS · 2 DOLLARS TENTH TROY OZ 9999 FINE GOLD
Reverse
Cayman Islands / Gold Tenth-Ounce 2024 Stingray - reverse photo

Within a centre surrounded by a rope, the reverse design depicts a stingray swimming above corals.

In a circle above, a sailing ship and the three stars of the Coat of Arms of the Cayman Islands.

Around below in the rim, which is textured with thin wavy lines, the inscription CAYMAN ISLANDS · STINGRAY.

Reverse Inscription CAYMAN ISLANDS · STINGRAY
EdgeMilledEdge InscriptionNone
Notes

Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated, proof-like.
Packaging: in a protective capsule.
Release date: July 2024.
Release price: US$ 284.80.

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Gold Tenth-Ounce 2024 Stingray: Details
CountryCayman Islands
CurrencyCayman Islands Dollar
Coin TypeGold Tenth-Ounce (1/10 oz), Bullion
Issued2024
MonarchKing Charles III
SymbolCoat of Arms of the Cayman Islands
Face Value2 (x Dollar)
Total Mintage1,000
CurrentYes
Material0.9999 Gold
TechnologyMilled (machine-made)
ShapeRound
OrientationMedal Alignment (Axis 0)
Size16.5000 mm
Mass3.1100 g
OCC IDDKLM-OMKC-KMMP-ONZB
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