Niue – 2026 – 50 Dollars – Year of the Horse 1 kilo silver

Description

The Year of the Horse collection from the Lithuanian Mint is a stunning multi-format release honoring the strength, vitality, and independence symbolized by the horse. The series spans silver and gold editions, each crafted with exceptional precision and a distinctive artistic technique built from thousands of tiny circular elements that create a shimmering, light-reflecting surface. The highlight is the 1 kg Silver Proof-Like coin, struck in Ag 999, measuring 100 mm, enhanced with crystal inserts, issued as 50 Dollars (Niue) with a mintage of 50 pcs . Complementing it are the 2 oz Silver version (62.2 g, 50 mm, 5 Dollars, mintage 500 pcs) and the ½ oz Silver version (15.56 g, 40 mm, 1 Dollar, mintage 1000 pcs) . The series also includes two gold editions: a 1 oz Gold Proof-Like coin in Au 999, 37 mm, 250 Dollars, limited to 50 pcs, and a 1/25 oz Gold coin (1.24 g, 13 mm, 5 Dollars, mintage 1000 pcs) .

Across all versions, the design features a striking, forward-facing horse’s head rendered with depth and movement, while the obverse displays the portrait of King Charles III, reinforcing authenticity and elegance. With its combination of artistic innovation, premium craftsmanship, and very low mintages, the Year of the Horse series stands as a meaningful tribute to a timeless symbol of endurance and beauty.