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Thursday, 17 October 2024

3446) The Rock City of Petra, Flying Horse from Kansu, the cauldron from Gundestrup: "Treasures of ancient civilizations": The I (First) Silver Coin in the series: Date/Year of Coin issue: 09/2024:

3446) The Rock City of Petra, Flying Horse from Kansu, the cauldron from Gundestrup: "Treasures of ancient civilizations": The  I (First) Silver Coin in the series: Date/Year of Coin issue: 09/2024:

Treasures of ancient civilisations:

The rock city of Petra, the cauldron from Gundestrup and the flying horse from Kan-su appear in relief on the first silver coin of the series, which represents the treasures of ancient civilisations. 

Ancient cities were built near rivers, which provided them with plenty of moisture. 

Petra, however, was built on the rocks of the Arabian Desert, where every drop is needed. Yet the Jordanian city managed to flourish, thanks to the ingenuity of the Nabataean people. 

These skilled traders had vast wealth, which enabled them to build many breathtaking rock houses, temples, amphitheatres and tombs. But most important of all was their ingenious irrigation system. 

Exhausted caravans carrying precious goods to Europe couldn't believe their eyes when they came across gardens, vineyards, fountains and even a huge swimming pool in the middle of the desert.

Druids held a special place in Celtic culture. They served as priests, oracles, judges, poets, healers and scholars. They performed rituals using instruments ranging from sickles to harps. 

The cauldron of Gundestrup was one such sacred object. The richly decorated silver vessel is astonishing for its quality of craftsmanship and rich artistic decoration. The Danish treasure presents depictions of Celtic symbols, animals, ceremonies and deities - for example, the supreme god Dagda, who plunges a fallen warrior into his magical cauldron so that he can be reborn.

In many cultures around the world, the horse is a revered symbol. No wonder - it is elegant yet strong, hardworking yet untamed. Even the ancient Chinese held it in reverence, as evidenced by a stunning bronze statue that comes from Gansu Province. This art work represents the ideal of a noble animal that is faster than the wind. The jet-powered horse is perfectly balanced, with three legs in the air and the fourth limb touching a surprised flying swallow. Anatomically, this is a true purebred breed called the Ferghana, which has surpassed all other Asian horses in its qualities and earned the nickname "heavenly".

The Coin:

The Reverse of the 2 Dollars commemorative coin made by Ľudmila Cvengrošová presents a detailed depiction of three landmarks. 

The rock city of Petra is represented by the temple known as the Treasury. From the decoration of the cauldron of Gundestrup, the scene of rebirth and the flying horse from Gansu is depicted in all its glory - including the swallow-shaped pedestal. 

The Obverse of the 2 Dollars commemorative coin.

As the licence to issue commemorative coins of the Czech Mint is granted by the Pacific island of Niue, the obverse side bears its necessary attributes - the national emblem, the nominal value of 2 DOLLARS (NZD) and the year of issue 2024.

The products are usually stored in protective capsules, but in this case we have made an exception. 

Because coins from the Treasures of Ancient Civilizations series feature high relief, the Mint wants to give the buyer an the opportunity to touch it! 

In addition to the antique finish, the silver coin is also covered with a special protective coating that will make sure it doesn't lose its shine…

The Specifications of the Coin are:

Country of issue: Niue Island; Collectors set/Theme:   "Treasures of ancient civilisations."; Denominational value2 Dollars - NZD); Designer (Obv & Rev)Ľudmila Cvengrošová; Numbered issue:  No; Certificate of Authenticity (COA): No; Metal Composition:  .999 Fineness Silver (Ag); Veneer:   Yes; Weight: 42 g; Diameter/Size: 50.00 mm; Packaging: Grey paper box; Date of issue09/ 2024; Mintage500 pcs.



The Presentation Case/Box - Front & Back with the specifications presented on the wrapper. The Certificate of Authenticity (COA) is also included.

The Presentation Box - Open with the Certificate of Authenticity (COA).

The Certificate of Authenticity (COA).




Links to "Treasures of ancient Civilisations":

1) Queen Nefertiti, Ramesses II, Abu Simbal, Karnak: "Treasures of ancient civilisations": The VII (Seventh) Silver Coin in the series: Date/Year of Coin issue: 09/2024

2) The Rock City of Petra, Flying Horse from Kansu, the Cauldron from Gundastrup: "Treasures of Ancient Civilisations: The I (First) Silver Coin in the Series: Date/Year of Coin issue: 09/2024

Germania Mint issues:






Links to "The Coin Series - The Prehistoric World - The wondrous world of Mesozoic Lizards:

1) "Plesiosaurs", Niue Island: Coin minted by: The Czech Mint: "Coin Serkies - The prehistoric Worfld - The wondrous world of Mesozoic Lizards": Denomination: $1 (One Dollar - NZD): Eleventh Coin in the Series: Date/Year of Coin issue: 08/2024

2) "ARCHAEOPTERYX", Niue Island: Coin minted by the Czech Mint: "Coin Series - The prehistoric world": "The Wondrous world of Mesozoic Lizards": Denomination: $1 (One Dollar -NZD): Eighth Coin in the Series: Date/Year of Coin issue: 11/2023

3) "Brachiosaurus", Niue Island: Coin Minted by: The Czech Mint: Coin Series - The prehistoric World of Mesozoin Lizards": Denomination: $1 One Dollar - NZD): Ninth Coin in the Series: Date/Year of Coin issue: 04/2024

4) "Stegosaurus", Niue Island: Coin minted by: The Czech Mint: "Coin Series - The prehistoric world": "The wondrous world of Mesozoic Lizards": Denomination: $1 (One Dollar - NZD): Tenth Coin in the Series: Date/Year of Coin issue: 08/2024

5) "Tyrannosaurus", Niue Island: Coin minted by: The Czech Mint: "Coin Series - The Prehistoric World": "The Wondrous World of Mesozoic Lizards": Denomination: $ 1 (One Dollar - NZD): First Coin in the Series: Date/Year of Coin issue: 05/2022

6) "Triceratops", Niue Island: Coin minted By: The Czech Mint: "Coin Series - The prehistoric World": "The wondrous world of Mesozoic Lizards": Denomination: $1 (One Dollar - NZD): Second Coin in the Series: Date/Year of Coin issue: 06/2022

7) "Ankylosaurus", Niue Island: Coin minted by: The Czech Mint: "Coin Series - The prehistoric world": "The wonderful world of Mesozoic Lizards": Denomination: $1 (One Dollar - NZD): Third Coin in the Series: Date/Year of Coin issue: 07/2022

8) "Pachycephalosaurus", Niue Island: Coin minted by: The Czech Mint: "Coin Series - The prehistoric world": "The wondrous world of Mesozoin Lizards": Denomination: $1 (One Dollar - NZD): Fourth Coin in the Series: Date/Year of Coin issue: 09/2022

9) "Parasaurolophus", Niue Island: Coin minted by: The Czech Mint: "Coin Series - THe rehistoric world":"The wondrous world of Mesozoic Lizards: Denomination: $1 (One Dollar - NZD) Fifth Coin in the Series: Date/Year of Coin issue: 04/2023:

10) "Maiasaura", Niue Island: Coin Minted by: The Czech Mint: "Coin Series: "The prehistoric world": "The wondrous world of Mesozoic Lizards": Denomination: $1 (One Dollar - NZD) : Sixth Coin in the Series: Date/Year of Coin issue: 07/2023:

11) "Pteronadon", Niue Island: Coin minted by: The Czech Mint: "Coin Series - The prehistoric World": "The wondrous world of Mesozoic Lizards": Denomination: $1 (One Dollar - NZD): Seventh Coin in the Series: Date/Year of Coin issue: 08/2023

Links to Seven Wonders of the Ancient World:








Greek Mythology Coin Series:








Links to Signs of the Zodiac Coin Series issued by the Czech Mint posts:









For other interesting posts on Coins issued by the Slovakia National Bank, please visit the following links:


3) Stefan Banic (1870-1941), Slovakia: 150th Birth Anniversary of the slovak inventor of the Parachute: A 10 Euro Silver Coin in Proof (P) and Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) variants issued by the Kremnica Mint on behalf of Slovakia: Year of Coin issue: 2020

4) Josef Maximilian Petzval (06.01.1807-19.09.1891), Slovakia: A Brilliant Uncirculated Medal issued on the inventor, minted by the Mint of Slovakia, Kremnica: Year of Medal issue: 2020






For other interesting posts on Coins issued by the Czech National Bank, please visit the following links:



‎‎‎6) Nikola Tesla, Niue: Second Silver Coin with a denominational value of 1 NZD (One New Zealand Dollar) in "Geniuses of the 19th Century Coin Series" minted by the Czech Mint on behalf of Niue : Date of Coin issue: 03/2020‎‎‎






Links to posts on "Dog Breeds":






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