Sunday, 8 December 2019

1164) Edelweiss (Mountain Star), Swiss Alps, Mongolia: minted under the series titled "Numismatic Sculptures": Commemorative Gold Coins of 1000 Togrog and Silver Coins of 500 Togrog, issued by Coin Invest Trust (CIT) and minted by B.H. Mayer's Kunstprageanstalt, Munich for Mongolia:

1164) Edelweiss (Mountain Star), Swiss Alps, Mongolia: minted under the series titled "Numismatic Sculptures": Commemorative Gold Coins of 1000 Togrog and Silver Coins of 500 Togrog, issued by Coin Invest Trust (CIT) and minted by B.H. Mayer's Kunstprageanstalt, Munich for Mongolia:

 Coin Invest Trust (CIT) has brought out these Gold and Silver variants depicting the Edelweiss , under its product series titled - "Numismatic Sculptures". The coin design is a lifelike imitation of this mountain plant - which is believed to have been the downfall of many mountaineers.

 From the beginning of the 19th Century, Edelweiss has been considered to be the symbol of fearless alpinists. Only the bravest were able to pick the flower that thrived in remote places. The Edelweiss represents attributes like courage, loyalty and community. The fact that the plant grew on rocks hostile to life made it an epitome of love. Spirited lovers set off to find Edelweiss flowers to prove their courage and their eternal love to their beloved.

 Edelweiss became the National Symbol of Austria. Until now, it can be found on Austria's commemorative and circulation coins.

 It is no surprise that the song "Edelweiss" from the movie-musical "The Sound of Music", became the unofficial National Anthem, however, the song is even better known abroad than in Austria itself. In the musical, the song has the function of a protest by the freedom-loving Baron von Trapp against the Nazi seizure of power - "Edelweiss, Edelweiss, Bless my homeland forever".

 In 1886, Edelweiss was the first plant in the entire world to be declared a protected species. The Edelweiss is one of the most famous, but endangered plants of the Alps. This botanic rarity, a symbol of mountains and untouched nature, is protected from picking by hikers in most areas.

  For my post on the Edelweiss & other Alpine Flora Commemorative Coins from the Swiss Mint on this blog, please visit the following link:

 1) Alpine Edelweiss: "Flora Alpina" Series: The first coin in the Series issued in January 2016






 The Commemorative Coins:

The Reverse of the Gold 1000 Togrog Gold Coin placed against an image of the Edelweiss flower and the Alps where it grows

The Obverse and Reverse of the 500 Togrog Silver Coin depicted together
An image of the Alps where the Edelweiss grows

The Edelweiss is also found in Mongolia, the commemorative coins issuing country.

The Reverse of the 1000 Togrog Gold Coin, depicting the Edelweiss in the centre.


The peripheral inscriptions are - "EDELWEISS" (on the lower periphery) and the year of issue "2019" (on the lower left periphery).


The Obverse of the 1000 Togrog Gold Coin depicts the Emblem of the Bank of Mongolia ("Mongol Bank", below the Soyombo symbol all placed on a lotus), below which in Cyrillic script is mentioned "1000 Togrog". On the lower periphery is inscribed - "MONGOLIA 0.5g .9999 GOLD".

 The specifications of this Gold Coin are:

 Theme: Edelweiss, "Numismatic Sculptures"; Country of issue: Mongolia; Denomination/Face value: 1000 Togrog; Metal Composition: .9999 Gold (Au); Weight: 0.5 grams; Diameter/Size: 11.0 mm; Coin Quality: Proof; Year of issue: 2019; Minted by: B.H. Mayer's Kunstprageanstalt, Munich; On Behalf of: Coin Invest Trust (CIT) who have minted this Coin for Mongolia; Mintage: 15,000 pieces.


The Reverse of the 500 Togrog Silver Coin is minted in the shape of an Edelweiss flower.


The Obverse of the 500 Togrog Silver Coin depicts the Emblem of the Bank of Mongolia. Mentioned below in Cyrillic script is the denomination of the coin "500 Togrog". Further below is the inscription - "MONGOLIA 1 Oz .999 SILVER".

 The specifications of this Silver Coin are:

 Theme: Edelweiss, "Numismatic Sculptures"; Country of issue: Mongolia; Denomination/Face Value: 500 Togrog; Metal Composition: .999 Silver (Ag); Weight: 1 Oz; Diameter/Size: 33.0 mm (approx); Coin Quality: Antique Finish; Year of issue: 2019; Minted By: B.H. Mayer's Kunstprageanstalt, Munich;  On behalf of: Coin Invest Trust (CIT) who have minted this coin for Mongolia; Mintage:2,500 pieces.

The Edelweiss - Mountain Star Coin Box in which it is shipped.







Other links to interesting posts on Coins brought out by Coin Invest Trust on behalf of other countries:








23) Manannan, the First King of Isle of Man or Mann: A Silver 5 Pounds Coin brought out by the Isle of Man in collaboration with Coin Invest Trust (CIT) and minted by B.H. Mayer's Kunstprageanstalt, Munich

24) Arowana Dragon Fish, Republic of Palau: A Silver $10 (Dollars) Coin brought out by Coin Invest Trust (CIT) for the Republic of Palau, minted by B.H. Mayer's Kunstprageanstalt, Munich: Issue year: 2019
The 7-Summits Silver Coin Series:
Some other interesting posts on Coins and Banknotes from Switzerland on this Blog:


12) Federal Shooting Festival, Switzerland celebrated with the release of Silver 50 Franc and Gold 500 Franc "Talers" or Medals that are valid during the duration of the Festival (issue year - 2019)

13) 100 years of the Swiss National Circus - "Knie" celebrated with the issue os 20 Swiss francs coin from the Swiss Mint stable (2019): Issue date: 24.01.2019
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