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2023 1/2 Gram Niue Czech Lion Gold Coin (BU)

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For hundreds of years, the lion has played an important role in the symbolism of the Czech lands. Even though the animal is not native to the region, it has long represented qualities such as courage, strength, and leadership. The Niue Czech Lion Series showcases this tradition with updated artwork released every year. Today, 2023 1/2 Gram Niue Czech Lion Gold Coins are available at BGASC.

Highlights:

  • Arrives in protective flips!
  • 7th issue in the Niue Czech Lion Series!
  • Limited mintage of only 25,000 coins!
  • Contains 1/2 gram (.01608 troy oz) of .9999 pure gold in BU condition.
  • Bears a face value of $5 (NZD) backed by the government of Niue.
  • The obverse features the Public Seal of Niue.
  • On the reverse are the Czech Lion and the upper portion of the Crown of St. Wenceslas.

Each 2023 1/2 Gram Niue Czech Lion Gold Coin comes in Brilliant Uncirculated condition and is individually housed in a plastic flip. Produced by the Czech Mint, the Czech Lion Series offers a different reverse design each year, with all coins issued as legal tender of Niue.

Obverse

The obverse of 2023 Niue Czech Lion Gold Coins displays the Public Seal of Niue at the top of the design. The lower part features a stylized flaming eagle, representing the regions of Moravia and Silesia, which joined Bohemia in forming the historical Czech lands.

Reverse

On the reverse of 2023 1/2 Gram Czech Lion Gold Coins, the Czech lion is shown in a front-facing pose above the upper portion of the Crown of St. Wenceslas. Using the lion as a heraldic figure followed broader European customs, as many rulers chose lions to express dignity and rightful rule. Over time, the Czech lion became a major national symbol, appearing in coats of arms, state imagery, and prominent public monuments.

History

The Czech lion with two tails first appeared in medieval heraldry during the reign of the Pemyslid dynasty. It later became the official symbol of Bohemia. The double tail set the lion apart from other similar designs across Europe, possibly originating from artistic preference or as a way to differentiate the Bohemian emblem from those of neighboring regions.

Ordering

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Product ID 6196992
Year 2023
Mint Mark Not Shown
Purity .9999
Manufacturer Czech Mint
Diameter 11 mm
Condition Brilliant Uncirculated
Face Value $5 NZD
Issuing Country Niue
Edge Design Smooth
Series Czech Lion
CoA No
Capsule Size 11 mm
Packaging Type Plastic Flip
Metal Weight .016 Troy Ounce
Theme Czech Lion
Design Lion
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