Description
Why purchase this Lord of the Rings series 2021 Gandalf 1 oz. Silver Colorized GEM Proof coin?
The second release of the New Zealand Mint’s coin series honoring British author J.R.R. Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings trilogy is dedicated to Gandalf the Grey.
- This 40 mm diameter 2021 Gandalf coin measures 40 mm in diameter, containing 1 Troy oz. of .999 fine silver.
- The coin is struck with a gorgeous proof finish embellished by selective color.
- The coin will ship in beautifully crafted original Mint packaging.
- The coin is one of only 3,000 to be minted.
Stunning Representation of the Grey Wizard
Obverse: The right facing image of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is centered on the obverse, surrounded by the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” “NIUE,” “TWO DOLLARS” and “2021.”
Reverse: The reverse features Gandalf the Grey as portrayed by British actor Ian McKellen in the popular 2001 film adaptation of “The Fellowship of the Ring.” The wizard is depicted in lifelike color, wearing a slouchy pointed grey hat and dark grey cloak, while grasping a gnarled wooden staff. A stone path and a wooded hill appear in the background. Inscribed “1 OZ 999 FINE SILVER” in the foliage near the border of the design, along with licensing credit to New Line Production Inc.
Sensational GEM Proof Coin
This ungraded 2021 Niue Lord of the Rings Gandalf 1 oz. Silver Colorized Proof $2 coin is judged to be in GEM Proof condition, featuring a superb strike, exceptionally finished surfaces and spectacular eye appeal. The proof coin is encapsulated and housed in a handsome wood display case in a colorfully illustrated Lord of the Rings themed box, accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.
