This
gorgeous 2 Oz Silver coin is dedicated to the 500th Anniversary of one
of the greatest artists and inventors of all times – Leonardo da Vinci.
The
coin features the famous the wonderful image of the Vitruvian Man, and
comes in a themed blister that includes the Certificate of Authenticity.
The
mintage is only 500 pcs worldwide. Leonardo di ser Piero da Vinci, 15
April 1452 – 2 May 1519, was an Italian polymath whose areas of interest
included invention, painting, sculpting, architecture, science, music,
mathematics, engineering, literature, anatomy, geology, astronomy,
botany, writing, history, and cartography. He has been variously called
the father of paleontology, ichnology, and architecture, and is widely
considered one of the greatest painters of all time. Sometimes credited
with the inventions of the parachute, helicopter and tank, his genius
epitomized the Renaissance humanist ideal.
Mintage of only 500 coins. Contains 2 oz of .999 fine Silver.
Comes in a themed box with a certificate of authenticity.
Obverse: Depicts the image of the Vitruvian Man and the inscriptions for the face value, issuing country and year of issue.
Reverse:
Features a high relief and detailed image of Leonardo da Vinci and a
walnut wood inset featuring one of his famous paintings, Lady with an
Ermine. Included are additional images of some of his inventions and the
date of birth and death. Sovereign coin backed by the Republic of
Cameroon government.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
- Date of issue: 2019
- Issuing Country: Cameroon
- Struck by: Mint of Poland
- Grade: Antique Finish + Ultra High Relief
- Denomination: 2000 Francs CFA
- Silver Content: 62.2 gr (2 troy oz)
- Purity: .999 - Diameter: 50 mm
- Capsule: Yes
- Certificate (COA) Yes
- Presentation case (box): Yes
- Mintage: Only 500!
- Sold out at the mint!