Gold Coin Anup 1g 2024 Proof

GUARDIAN OF THE DEAD - Anubis

The exclusive 1 g gold coin issued by the State of Samoa for 2024 in the finest 99.9% pure gold with a Proof-like finish and minted with special 3D technology, builds on the previous successful masks of Tutankhamun and Nefertiti and now features a bust of the god Anup.

The bust of Anup, the ancient Egyptian guardian of the dead, is transferred to the reverse side of the coin through detailed 3D embossing. The precision of the embossing has made it possible to create a realistic likeness with rich detail on a 1 gram coin. The faithful gold replica captures in the finest detail one of the most famous Egyptian gods. The figure with the head of a jackal and a human body creates a striking image of death and the afterlife.
Anup, also referred to as Anubis, is the guide of the souls of the dead on their journey to the afterlife, as well as the guardian of graves and funeral rituals.
The form of Anup is one of elegance and mystery. The black color of the jackal's head symbolizes night and death, while the golden color of the body refers to light and hope. Anup often holds a papyrus and a wand, symbolizing judgment on the soul of the deceased. His figure reflects the Egyptian belief in the afterlife and the inevitable judgment that each soul will undergo. Anup's significance endures not only in Egyptian history, but also as an inspiration for art, literature and pop culture. His depiction remains a fascinating example of the fusion of divinity, death and mysticism, presenting a deep respect and admiration for the unknown afterlife adventure.

The obverse bears the emblem of the State of Samoa, the face value of ''$50 TALA'' and the weight and purity of the metal. At the top of the coin is the name ''ANUBIS'' and its design, written in Egyptian hieroglyphics.

The coin comes in its original box with the bust logo embossed in gold. Included is a certificate of authenticity in a limited edition of only 999 pieces for the whole world!