2016 $2 Norse Gods - Thor 2oz Silver High Relief Antiqued Coin

2016 $2 Norse Gods – Thor 2oz Silver High Relief Antiqued Coin

According to ancient Norse mythology, Thor was a hammer-wielding god of thunder, and is associated with lightning, storms, oak trees, strength, the protection of mankind, and also healing and fertility.

Thor was the son of Odin and Fyorgyn, the Earth goddess. His wife was Sif, a goddess who was alo linked to fertility.

Struck by The Perth Mint from 2oz 99.9% pure silver, the coin is issued as legal tender under the authority of the Government of Tuvalu.

The Perth Mint will release no more than 2,000 of the 2016 Norse Gods – Thor 2oz Silver High Relief Antiqued Coins.

Previous Release : Odin

Future Release : Loki

The reverse of the coin features Thor wielding his hammer, wearing his belt and gripping the fang of the serpent Jormungand. 

Also included is the Goat’s head, lightning and the inscription THOR, The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ Mintmark.

The obverse portrays the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the monetary denomination and the 2016 year-date.

To capture the depth and detail of the design, the coin is struck in high relief to a rimless format and features an antique finish.

Each coin is housed in a prestigious square wooden display case with stunning engraved detail on its lid, and packaged in a themed shipper.

Denomination :                  $2

Quality :                            High Relief Antique

Metal :                              Silver

Weight :                            62.27 gms

Diameter :                         40.50 mm

Mintage :                           2,000

Certificate of Authenticity : Numbered Certificate of Authenticity