2023 – THE MERMAID – 1 TROY OUNCE – 39MM

(11 customer reviews)

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Specifications

Weight

1.00 troy ounce

Diameter

39 mm

Edge

Reeded

Finish

Brilliant Uncirculated

Purity

.999 fine

Thickness

3.10 mm

Description

With most of our planet covered in water, it’s no surprise that 100’s of years ago, the oceans were believed to be filled with many mysterious creatures, mermaids and serpents being the most popular in folklore.  Mermaids are of course the marine version of the half-human, half-animal that have captured the imagination of the ages, and appear in the folklore of many cultures worldwide.

The first mention of mermaids appeared in Assyria, part of the Mesopotamian kingdom (circa 2500BC to 600BC).  The goddess Atargatis transformed herself into a mermaid out of shame for accidentally killing her human lover.

During medieval times, the reality of the mermaid was assumed and they were depicted matter-of-factly alongside known aquatic animals such as whales. Hundreds of years ago, sailors and residents in coastal villages around the world all had stories of encountering sea maidens.  One such story told of a mermaid who entered Holland through a hole in a dike, injuring herself in the process.  She was taken to a lake and nursed back to health.  She learned to speak Dutch, became a productive member of society and eventually, converted to Catholicism.

Mermaids may have ancient roots, but they are still all around us in many forms;  their images can be found in films, books, movies, and even at Starbucks!

  • Contains 1 oz. Troy Ounce .999 Fine Silver
  • Obverse: The detailed underwater depiction of a Mermaid, centered, with two additional Mermaids to the left and right, with a shipwreck in the background, and a bed of skulls and ship parts in the foreground.  “THE MERMAID,” across the top circumference.
  • Reverse: Large Intaglio Mint logo surrounded by plain border reading “ONE TROY OUNCE” above and “.999 FINE SILVER,” flanked by mintage year “2023.”

11 reviews for 2023 – THE MERMAID – 1 TROY OUNCE – 39MM

  1. Robert Weinberger (verified owner)

    completes collection

  2. Thomas M. (verified owner)

    usCalifornia, United States

  3. ANGELEK (verified owner)

    usMichigan, United States

  4. Mark Corbin (verified owner)

    usUnited States

  5. Melissa K. (verified owner)

    usUnited States

    Lovely coin, beautifully made.

  6. Sean Ennis (verified owner)

    usWashington, United States

    Very happy with my purchase. Fast shipping and this mermaid coin is AMAZING!

  7. John D. (verified owner)

    usUnited States

  8. Anonymous (verified owner)

  9. DAVID (verified owner)

    usUtah, United States

  10. Ronnie Sterling (verified owner)

    usGeorgia, United States

  11. Todd (verified owner)

    usOklahoma, United States

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