Silver Coin 5 Oz Sarcophagus of Tutankhamun 2022

Tutankhamun's sarcophagus 3D - 5 Oz

An exclusive 3D silver coin, plated in 24Kt gold, issued by the Solomon Islands State for 2022, weighing 5 Oz in the finest 99.9% pure silver in a Proof-like polished finish, commemorates the 100th anniversary of the discovery of the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun, the most important ancient Egyptian excavation.

The 3D coin is sculpted with stunning detail into a faithful replica of Tutankhamun's inner sarcophagus. Precise 24Kt gold plating adds authenticity to the original pure gold coin, in which the pharaoh's body lay directly inside.
The discovery of Pharaoh Tutankhamun's tomb was made in the Valley of the Kings on 4 November 1922 by British archaeologist Howard Carter. The significance of the find was immediately apparent when it was discovered that the seals of the guardians of the burial chamber were intact at the entrance.
Carter and his patron Lord Carnarvon entered the 3,300-year-old sealed tomb on 26 November 1922. It was subsequently confirmed that the grave robbers had never penetrated the burial chamber and two other rooms. As a result, the sarcophagus and the rich burial equipment, which amazed the whole world, survived intact. The greatest amazement was the golden death mask, which became an iconic artefact of ancient Egypt.
Pharaoh Tutankhamun himself was one of the lesser rulers of the 18th dynasty known as the New Kingdom. He ascended the throne around 1353 BC at the age of 9. He died without heirs sometime around the age of 19, probably from an accident. Worldwide awareness of his life was brought about by the discovery of his tomb.

The name "TUTANKHAMUN" and its prefix written in Egyptian hieroglyphics are added to the underside of the coin. Beneath these is the traditional portrait of Queen Elizabeth II with Ian Rank-Broadley's initials, along with the inscriptions "ELIZABETH II", "SOLOMON ISLANDS", the face value of "10 DOLLARS", the year of issue "2022" and details of the weight and purity of the gold.

The coin comes in its original box with the Anniversary Edition logo and the years "1922 - 2022". Included is a certificate of authenticity in a limited edition of only 620 pieces for the entire world!

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