A true sign of the growing influence of any nation is the use of its landmarks, historic leaders, and symbols on the coinage of other nations. The Temple of Heaven, located in China, is featured in a stunning display on a new coin for the government of the Cook Islands.

Coin Highlights:

Limited mintage of only 999 coins!

Contains 100 grams (3.215 oz) of .999 silver.

Coin ships in presentation box and includes certificate of authenticity.

Features unique, 3D concave appearance.

Ships in Brilliant Uncirculated condition with an antique finish.

The New Zealand Mint is the facility responsible for the production of the coin. You can now purchase the 2015 100 Gram Cook Islands Temple of Heaven 4-Layer Silver coin from JM Bullion in brilliant uncirculated condition.

The Cook Islands Temple of Heaven Coin is a truly unique piece of numismatic artwork because it features a 3D, concave appearance that one would see only if they were standing inside the Temple of Heaven. Looking at the reverse side of the coin is reminiscent of looking up into the ceiling of the temple itself.

On the obverse side of the coin is the right-profile portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. Her image is surrounded by the engravings Elizabeth II, Cook Islands, and the face value of the coin (20 Dollars), as well as the initials of the artist behind the Queens portrait; Ian Rank-Broadley (IRB).

The reverse features the stunning depiction of the Temple of Heavens interior ceiling. The interior support pillars and spiraling construction of the roof are visible in brilliant, 3D rendering on the coin. A small engraving along the top of the coin reads simply Temple of Heaven.

The Temple of Heaven is located in the southeastern district of central Beijing. Translated in both simplified and traditional Chinese as altar of heaven, the Temple has stood in Beijing since 1368. The building is part of a larger complex of religious buildings that were used by the Ming and Qing dynasties as central gathering places for annual prayer ceremonies. Although used as an imperial sacrificial altar, the most common activities included ceremonies that featured prayers for a good harvest.

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