Mongolia – 2024 – 500 Togrog – Aves Evolution of Life
€ 149.95
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Issuing Country | Mongolia |
Year of Issue | 2024 |
Face Value | 500 Togrog |
Metal | Silver |
Fineness (purity) | 999/1000 |
Weight | 1 oz |
Diameter | 38.61 mm |
Quality | Antique finish |
Mintage | 999 pcs |
Scope of Delivery | Box Certificate |
Special features | Antique finish, smartminting, high relief and gilding |
Description
The Aves coin, part of the Evolution of Life series, highlights the awe-inspiring Phorusrhacidae, or terror birds, which roamed South America during the Neogene and Paleogene periods. These flightless predators, standing up to 3 meters tall, were built for speed with long legs and sharp, hook-shaped beaks, allowing them to chase down prey at up to 50 km/h. As formidable as they were, their extinction was likely driven by competition from migrating species due to the formation of a land bridge and climate changes.
This 2024 edition, struck in 1 oz of .9999 fine silver, features an antique finish with selective red gold gilding, enhancing the coin’s design. Limited to a mintage of 999 pieces and issued by Mongolia with a face value of 500 Togrog, it captures the fascinating history of these prehistoric predators while appealing to collectors with its unique artistic presentation.