Darth Vader helmet coin from New Zealand Mint
New Zealand Mint has released a new coin featuring the helmet of Darth Vader. This helmet is 2 oz of pure silver. The coin comes in a Star War’s branded case with black velvet inside. It is limited to a run of 5,000 coins and retails for $199 US.
Per the site the first production run is sold out. The next run will be available to ship on 9-27-19.
For more details and to order go to the coin’s page on the New Zealand Mint site.
Below is the press release and photos.
Design:
Ultra High Relief 2oz pure silver coin replicates Darth VaderTM’s helmet, from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, in stunning detail. Unlike most collectible coins, this one follows the shape of the intimidating helmet and uses an Ultra High Relief minting technique to add more depth to the design
Product Specifications:
Metal: 999 Fine Silver
Finish: Frosted
Weight: 2 Troy oz
Nominal Diameter: 49 x 41mm
Denomination: $5
Country of Issue: Niue
Year of Issue: 2019
Mintage: 5,000
Key Selling Points:
Ultra High Relief 2oz silver coin shows Darth VaderTM’s helmet in stunning detail
Officially licensed collectible coin.
Presented in Star Wars branded coin case and packaging
Unique shaped coin for any Star Wars fan or collector.
Worldwide mintage of only 5,000 coins
Proof quality, 99.9% pure silver
