Niue 2021 - Martial Arts Styles (First in Series!) - Shaolin Tiger - Silver Coin

Description

An excellent numismatic tribute to martial art styles, this inaugural issue is sure to rise in value and has already proven itself as a popular coin. With lots of detail and an overarching depiction of a tiger with crystal inserts for eyes, this coin is a fantastic addition to your collection of warrior-themed coins.
Coin specifications:
Issuer: Niue Island         Denomination: NZD
Composition: Ag 999     Weight: 2 oz
Diameter: 45 mm           Mintage: 500
Special features: Swarovski crystals, high relief, antique finish.
From the Mint:
Shaolin Kung Fu is considered the oldest institutionalized Kung Fu style. It was developed in the Buddhist Shaolin temple in Songshan mountain, Henan province, China. The coin depicts the tiger with 2 Swarovski crystal inserts in place of the tiger’s eyes. One of the well-known legendary martial arts is Tiger Style Kung Fu, which is famous for toughened hand weapons, incredible power, and absolute ferocity. The animal corresponds to the posture of a fighter. Tiger, Crane, Leopard, Snake, and Dragon – the imagery from the Chinese martial arts - are greatly depicted on the coin’s obverse together with the Shaolin Kung Fu School. The coin is inspired by one Chinese saying: “All martial arts under heaven arose out of Shaolin.”