Exotic Coins
Croatian Gold Coins
In 2023, the Croatian National Bank, in collaboration with the Croatian Mint, released three gold commemorative coins celebrating the country’s rich lace-making tradition. This release highlights the cultural heritage of lace-making from the regions of Pag, Lepoglava, and Hvar, which are recognized by UNESCO as part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The coins ... Continue reading
Buffalo Wing Silver Coin
The 60th Anniversary Buffalo Wing Silver Coin from Niue stands out as a delightfully unusual numismatic piece, celebrating the beloved American snack’s milestone. This coin, struck in 2024, is a unique tribute to the creation of the buffalo wing in 1964 at the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, New York. The coin is crafted from less ... Continue reading
Isle of Man Platinum Noble coin
The Isle of Man Platinum Noble coin, minted between 1983 and 1989, is a remarkable piece in the world of numismatics. Composed of 99.95% pure platinum, the coin stands out for its exquisite craftsmanship, historical significance, and investment potential. Design and Specifications The Isle of Man Platinum Noble is notable for its intricate design and ... Continue reading
China’s Polar Exploration 40th Anniversary Coins
Most coin collectors are already familiar with the Chinese Gold Pandas and Silver Pandas. But unbeknownst to most people, the rising Asian nation issues further commemorative precious metal coins from time to time as well. On April 17th, the People’s Bank of China issued a stunning tribute to China’s first polar scientific expedition with the ... Continue reading
Cook Islands Palladium Coin
In the world of precious metals, diversity is a prized aspect. Investors and collectors seek not only the intrinsic value of these metals but also the artistry and uniqueness encapsulated within each piece. Among these treasures is the 1 ounce Cook Islands palladium coin that was minted in 2009, a stunning creation that marries the ... Continue reading
Serbian Gold Coins
Serbia, a country with a rich cultural and historical heritage, has celebrated its milestones through various means, including the issuance of gold coins. Among the notable Serbian gold coins are the 1 Dinar gold coin from 2004, commemorating the 120th Anniversary of the National Bank of Serbia, and the 5000 Dinar gold coins from 2004 ... Continue reading
Tokelau Bullion Coins
Even some small and tiny nations that most people have never even heard of produce precious metal bullion coins these days. That is easier as it may seem at first glance since nations that don’t have a national mint or whose national mint lacks the technological expertise to produce such coins can always outsource the ... Continue reading
Vatican Gold Coins
Most people would never expect a micro-nation like the Vatican City to issue precious metal coins. Yet, such coins have been issued by papal mints since about the 8th century during medieval times. The latest in a series of Vatican gold coins was just issued earlier this year, a 91.7% pure gold coin of 30 ... Continue reading
Congo Silverback Gorilla Coins
Even though the collection of exotic precious metal coins such as the Congo Silverback Gorilla coins that are introduced in this article is a popular hobby among coin collectors, it does not come without its risk. For one, it is often difficult to ascertain the genuineness of such coins that are usually produced by mints ... Continue reading
Macau Lunar Coin Series
It can be argued that Chinese New Year/Lunar coins are one of the most popular types of coin series that exist. Many renowned government mints such as Australia’s Perth Mint and Britain’s Royal Mint have issued Lunar coins out of precious metals for decades now. The Macau Lunar coin series is a fairly obscure coin ... Continue reading
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