1945) Hades, Tuvalu Island: The third coin in the "Gods of Olympus Coin Series" of Bullion Coins: A Silver $1 Coin in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) and Antiqued Finish (AF) and a Gold Coin in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) finish, minted by the Perth Mint Australia, on behalf of Tuvalu Island: Year of Coin issue: 2021:
In 2014, the Perth Mint had released its first ever antiqued coins in the Gods of Olympus Coin Series.
Now the iconic designs were back in 2020 and for the first time ever issued in a dual finish by the Perth Mint - in both Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) and Antiqued Finish (AF), together with a Gold Coin also in a Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) finish.
About Hades:
In ancient Greek mythology, Hades was worshipped as the God of the Underworld and the ruler of the dead.
Historically, Hades was often depicted sitting on his ebony throne with Cerberus, the three-headed watchdog by his side. He was also known to wear a helmet of invisibility given to him by the Cyclops to help in the battle against the Titans. His name is said to mean ‘invisible’ or ‘unseen’ and the underworld which he ruled over was also called Hades.
The Coin:
The entire Range of the Variants - $1 & $5 Silver in Antique Finish (AF) aqnd Brilliant Uncirculated versions and $100 Gold Version
This Coin is the third and final coin in the series and is minted in both Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) and Antique Finish (AF) qualities. A Gold Bullion Coin has also been released.
On the Reverse of the $1 (One Dollar) Silver Bullion Coin is depicted Hades sitting on his throne made of bones and skulls wearing his invisibility helmet. He is accompanied by Cerberus, the three-headed watchdog. The design includes the inscription HADES and The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark.
On the Obverse of the $1 (One Dollar) Silver Bullion Coin is seen an effigy of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, designed by Ian-Rank-Broadley, whose initials "IRB" are seen below the Queen's neck.
The peripheral inscriptions are - ELIZABETH II. 1 DOLLAR. TUVALU. 2020. 1 Oz. 9999 Ag".
The specifications of this Silver Coin are:
Coin Series theme: "The Olympic Gods"; Coin Theme: Hades, God of the Underworld; Denomination $1 (One Dollar); Metal Composition: .9999 Fineness Silver (Ag); Weight: 1.0 Oz or 31.107 grams; Diameter: 40.9 mm; Thickness: 3.5 mm; Edge: Plain; Inner packaging: Sealed roll of 20 pieces; Outer Packaging: Box of 100 pieces; Mintage:13,500; Minted By: The Perth Mint, Australia; On Behalf Of: Tuvalu Island; Year: 2020; Designer: (Reverse) Tom Vaughan, (Obverse) Ian Rank Broadley.
The Reverse of the $100 Gold Bullion Coin is identical to the other variants in this issue.
The specifications of this Gold Coin are:
Coin Series theme: "The Olympic Gods"; Coin Theme: Hades, God of the Underworld; Denomination: $100 (One Hundred Dollars); Metal Composition: .9999 Fineness Gold (Au); Weight: 1.0 Oz or 31.104 grams; Diameter: 32.60 mm; Thickness: 3.5 mm; Edge: Plain; Mintage:100 pieces; Minted By: The Perth Mint, Australia; On Behalf Of: Tuvalu Island; Year: 2020; Designer: (Reverse) Tom Vaughan, (Obverse) Ian Rank Broadley.
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