1 oz Silver Women in History Marie Curie 2022 (Mintage: 2,000 | Proof)

1 oz Silver Women in History Marie Curie 2022 – A Tribute in Fine Silver to a Woman of the Century

• Strictly limited: Worldwide mintage of only 2,000 pieces
• Growth potential: High appreciation potential due to strict limitation and strong collector demand
• Rarity: An exceptionally rare collector's coin from the popular "Women in History" series
• Minting quality: Highest possible minting quality Proof (PP) with fine colour application
• Design: Colourised portrait of Marie Curie with facsimile signature and Nobel Prize symbolism in the background
• Manufacturer: Struck by the renowned New Zealand Mint
• Country of origin: Issued on behalf of Niue, with a face value of 2 dollars

Some coins are simply precious metal. Others tell a story. This one belongs to the second category. With this fine striking, the New Zealand Mint pays homage to one of the most significant researchers who ever lived – Marie Curie, two-time Nobel Prize laureate and pioneer of radioactivity. Those searching for something special in the category of silver coins with appreciation potential will find it here.

A design that moves – and captivates the eye

The portrait shows Marie Curie in a deep blue dress, finely colourised, with that thoughtful severity in her gaze that characterised her research work. In the background, an old document shimmers, interspersed with a gold-accented Nobel Prize emblem – a subtle yet effective reference to her scientific achievements. Above it, the inscription MARIE CURIE is prominently displayed, accompanied by the facsimile signature M. Curie. Along the upper edge, the weight and fineness details can be found: 1 oz 999 Fine Silver.

The reverse bears the classic portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, flanked by the inscription NIUE, the face value TWO DOLLARS, and the year of issue 2022. A successful combination of tradition and thematic individuality.

Proof and colour application – craftsmanship at the highest level

The Proof striking creates that mirror-bright background against which the raised design elements stand out richly. Mirror gloss meets velvety matte contours – a contrast that makes this coin a centrepiece in any display case. The additional colour application lends the portrait an almost painting-like vibrancy.

"Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood." – Marie Curie. A coin that casts this spirit in fine silver.

Why this rarity must not be missing from any collection

A very low mintage is worth its weight in gold on the collector's market – or rather: silver. With only 2,000 pieces worldwide, this issue ranks among the coveted pieces that, as experience shows, quickly find their admirers. Collectors know: it is precisely this strict limitation that determines the long-term appeal and appreciation potential.

• Material: 999 fine silver, 31.1 g gross weight, 1 oz fine weight
• Diameter: 40.00 mm
• Delivered in original case with certificate of authenticity
• Margin scheme taxed in accordance with §25a UStG

Whether as the centrepiece of a thematic collection centred around strong personalities or as a standalone collector's coin with a very low mintage – this Marie Curie striking combines aesthetics, history, and rarity in rare harmony. A true rarity that makes not only the hearts of connoisseurs beat faster.