Silver Coin Magnificent Sheep 3 Oz 2022 Proof

Magnificent Argali 3 oz - Smartminting

A unique silver coin issued by the Republic of Mongolia in 2022 weighing 3 Oz of the purest 99.9% silver in extra high relief and Proof design. Using the new technological capabilities of Smartminting. Following on from the Majestic Eagle and Mystic Wolf coins, the largest species of Mongolian ram, the Argali, was chosen for the next coin's theme.

Two details of the magnificent ram are intertwined on the reverse side of the coin. The side view in high relief is designed from the centre to the right edge. The realistically crafted head rises above the level of the coin and adds massive volume. Impressive details are evident in the texture of the horns and ram's hair. In the background towards the left edge, the frontal view is captured in a fine engraving. The combination of matt and glossy surfaces of the Proof version are used for contrast and detail. In a spectacular transition of the images, a connection is made at the right eye.

An Argali ram roaming the highlands of Western Asia, the Himalayas, Tibet and the Altai Mountains. It can be up to 135 cm tall and measure up to 200 cm in length. Rams can adapt to extreme cold, drought and very high altitudes up to 5,800 m. Argali are considered an endangered species. They are kept as livestock and hunted for their meat and horns, used in traditional Chinese medicine.

On the obverse side of the coin, the extra high relief is repeated for a novel motif with steep differences in altitude. The image is dominated by huge curved ram horns. The background is decorated with an elaborate geometric pattern and, on closer inspection, hides the year of issue "2022". A tilted circular plaque is placed in the central part. It contains the national emblem of Mongolia, the face value, the issuer's designation, the weight of the coin and the purity.

The coin comes in a stylish presentation frame with a certificate of authenticity in a limited edition of 500 pieces for the whole world!

Smartminting® is a revolutionary technology in the field of modern numismatics. The greatest advantage is the dramatic and unsurpassed heights of relief combined with intricate detail. High and ultra-high relief is possible on both sides of the coin, and the top of the relief can be placed as close to the edge as possible. However, the conventional embossing process not only requires more material (higher weight), but more importantly, the highest point must be concentrated in the center of the coin, which does not reach the same height as with Smartminting® technology. Another bonus of Smartminting® technology is the possibility of minting even in the highest Proof quality for coloured coins and, of course, the Antique Standard finish remains.

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