Silver Five Ounces 2022 Star Wars - AT-AT Walker, Coin from Niue - detailed information

Niue, a sovereign state in free association with New Zealand, uses two official legal tender currencies. The New Zealand Dollar is the circulation currency for daily transactions, while the government also authorises legal tender coins in the Niue Dollar currency for collector's purposes.

A number of mints issue a large variety of commemorative, bullion and collector coins under the authority of Niue. These coins are dedicated to historical or general popular culture themes not related to Niue itself. Many of them are in standard bullion sizes - including this very large five ounces of silver format (abbreviated as 5 oz Ag, where "Ag" comes from the Latin word for silver, Argentum).

This coin is part of a New Zealand Mint series featuring characters and themes from the Star Wars movie saga, and shows the iconic AT-AT Walker camel-like fighting machine.

The AT-AT Walker is a four-legged transport and combat vehicle that was used by the ground forces of the Galactic Empire and the First Order. Along with the Imperial Star Destroyer, the Stormtroopers and the TIE-Fighter, it is considered one of the most recognisable symbols of the Empire's military strength and might. With a height of over 20 meters and their strong armour, these massive constructs are not only valued for their tactical advantage, but also for psychological effects. The AT-AT's impressive arsenal of weapons is composed of two heavy laser cannons under the chin, which could be fired both in rapid alternation and simultaneously, four blasters for personal defence, and a dorsal dual laser gun at the rear. The AT-AT's few weak points include its weakly armoured neck and somewhat unstable gait, due to its tall legs. The AT-AT Walker played a pivotal role during the Battle of Hoth, where they were able to destroy the shield generator around the Rebel Alliance's secret base, paving the way for the Imperial invasion.