Obverse: The centre of the coin features a right-facing portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by British sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley. The surrounding inscriptions include “ELIZABETH II”, “NIUE ISLAND”, the year of issue “2019” and the denomination “5 DOLLARS”. The obverse also bears the silver fineness mark “Ag999”.
Reverse: The design depicts the legendary sunken city of Atlantis, featuring impressive architectural structures and intricate details. The coin's convex, dome-shaped form and special blue decorative layer imitating the water's surface create a three-dimensional effect, evoking the mysterious atmosphere of an underwater world. The inscription “ATLANTIS” appears at the top of the reverse.
About the coin: The 2019 Niue 5 Dollars “Atlantis – The Sunken City” silver coin is dedicated to one of humanity's most famous legends – the mysterious civilisation of Atlantis, believed in ancient tales to have disappeared beneath the ocean.
The story of Atlantis was first described in detail by the ancient Greek philosopher Plato in the 4th century BC, in his dialogues Timaeus and Critias. He told of a wealthy and powerful island civilisation that vanished beneath the sea following a catastrophic event. Although no historical evidence confirms the existence of Atlantis, the legend has inspired explorers, writers and artists for centuries.
The coin is distinguished by its unusual dome-shaped design and special blue water-surface effect, adding depth and realism to the image of Atlantis. Its Antique Finish further enhances the raised architectural details.
Struck from .999 fine silver, the coin weighs 2 troy ounces (62.2 g) and measures 50 mm in diameter. Its worldwide mintage is limited to just 500 pieces. This distinctive collectible combines mythology, numismatic artistry and advanced coin decoration techniques.
