ARMILLARY SPHERE Historic Instruments 2 Oz Silver Coin $10 Cook Islands 2024
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The "ARMILLARY SPHERE Historic Instruments 2 Oz Silver Coin" is a dazzling addition to the "Historic Instruments" series, celebrating the elegance and complexity of an early marvel of astronomical ingenuity. This remarkable device, the armillary sphere, gracefully captures the essence of celestial and terrestrial circles, with Earth at its center.
For centuries, these splendid contraptions have fascinated scholars and enthusiasts alike, gracing the parlors of academics and adorning ornate stands. During the 17th and 18th centuries, they were even seen suspended in the air or held with elegant handles. These devices allowed users to visualize and explore the relationships between celestial bodies with remarkable precision.
What makes this coin truly unique is its meticulous attention to detail. Crafted with an antique finish, it captures the essence of a historical armillary sphere, bringing to life the intricate circles and angles used by early astronomers to make sense of the cosmos. This 2-ounce silver coin takes advantage of smartminting® technology to achieve ultra-high relief, creating depth and texture that make the armillary sphere appear almost three-dimensional.
The armillary sphere, with its roots in both ancient China and Greece, is not just a scientific instrument but a work of art, and this coin pays homage to its historical significance and aesthetic beauty. With a limited mintage of 1,500 pieces, it's a collector's dream and an opportunity to own a piece of history that marries art and science in a stunning display of craftsmanship and creativity. Whether you're an astronomy enthusiast, a history buff, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of fine coins, the "ARMILLARY SPHERE Historic Instruments 2 Oz Silver Coin" is a must-have addition to your collection.
smartminting©
The smartminting© technology is a ground-breaking advancement in contemporary numismatics that permits an unparalleled level of ultra-high relief, and it establishes novel benchmarks in the coin industry.
- This technology enables the production of standard weight coins with larger diameters, while maintaining high relief height.
- It also allows for coins with greatly reduced weight to maintain standard relief heights and permits coins with only slightly increased weight to exhibit high reliefs.