Silver Ounce 2016 Warriors of History - Samurai, Coin from Niue - detailed information

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Warriors of History - Samurai (1.)

1 Oz Silver - Antique Finish in Color

First release from the series Warriors of History

Limited mintage of 5,000 coins

In original Box with Certificate of Authenticity

The "

Warriors of History

" series brings some legendary warriors in human history to life. This silver coin shows a colored illustration of a Samurai in full battle-gear. Samurai were the guards of the imperial palace during the Heian period (794-1192). Between 794 and 1185 the Samurai gained prominence when they were hired by the powerful landowners to defend their land. Later, the two most powerful military families took control over Japan and fought wars against each other. Minamoto Yoritomo foundes in Kamakura 1192 a new government, with the Shogun (highest military officer) as a most powerful man. The samurai stood at the top of the social hierarchy and enjoyed many privileges. In ancient Japan, it drew certain classes (among others the Samurai) from right to wear a sword. Samurai warriors are followers of "The Way of the Warrior" or Bushido. Bushido is defined by the Japanese dictionary Shogakukan Kokugo Daijiten as "a unique philosophy (ronri) that spread through the warrior class from the Muromachi (chusei) period. From the earliest times, the Samurai felt that the path of the warrior was one of honor, emphasizing duty to one's master, and loyalty unto death".

Denomination: 2 $
Material: Silver
Finish: Antique Finish
Size: 40,00
Series: Warriors of History
Weight: 31,1
Fineness: 999
Packaging: In original box with certificate of authenticity