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 - typically, one ounce of silver (abbreviated as 1 oz Ag, where "Ag" comes from the Latin word for silver, Argentum). Many of these feature various animals.
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It’s not just the spectacular proof quality strike of this coin that will get your heart pumping - a frighteningly detailed alien peers out of the reverse into your soul from the UFO hotspot Sedona, Arizona! Sedona is famous for its rugged landscapes, dramatic red rock formations and reputation as a magnet for extraterrestrial activity! Struck from 1oz of pure 99.9% SILVER, the otherworldly desert landscape of Sedona stretches into the distance, complete with intricate and fascinating details that give the tableau a sense of desolate beauty and mystery. What sets this coin apart are the striking neon colours of the sky, rendered in Digital Colour and hauntingly reflected in the alien’s eyes - giving this silver coin a cool retro feel that is both unique and irresistible. |