Silver Two Ounces 2019 Battle of Salamis, Coin from Niue - detailed information

This coin was issued in Niue.

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The Battle of Salamis was a naval battle fought between an alliance of Greek city-states under Themistocles, and the Persian Empire under King Xerxes in 480 BC. The Greek fleet defeated a much larger Persian naval force in the straits at Salamis, between the island of Salamis and the Athenian port-city of Piraeus. The Greeks sank about 300 Persian vessels while losing only about 40 of their own.

The coin comes housed within a themed presentation case and includes the Certificate of Authenticity.

Denomination: $5
Composition: Silver
Minted from 2oz of pure silver, the antique design captures this famous naval battle and includes a stunning oak insert. Limited worldwide mintage of just 500 coins!