Item Description
 
The 2022 Tuvalu Athena 1 oz Silver Coin – Gods of Olympus Series (Antiqued Finish) pays tribute to one of the most revered figures of ancient Greek mythology. Athena, the goddess of wisdom, warfare, strategy, and justice, was widely honored in ancient Greece as a protector of cities and a symbol of intellect and strength.
 
Part of the Gods of Olympus Series from the Perth Mint, this release captures Athena in a powerful moment of readiness for battle. The antiqued finish enhances the depth and detail of the design, giving the coin a distinctive aged appearance that highlights the intricate artwork.
 
Struck from 1 troy ounce of .9999 fine silver, this coin is issued as legal tender of Tuvalu and features an extremely limited mintage of only 1,500 pieces worldwide. Its combination of mythology, artistry, and low mintage makes it highly desirable among collectors of modern numismatic releases.
 
Round Highlights
 
Contains 1 Troy oz of .9999 fine silver
 
Antiqued finish collectible coin
 
Limited mintage of only 1,500 coins
 
Produced by the Perth Mint
 
Issued as legal tender of Tuvalu
 
Obverse features Queen Elizabeth II
 
Reverse depicts Athena with spear and shield
 
Housed in a protective plastic capsule
 
Design Details
 
The Gods of Olympus Series celebrates legendary deities from ancient Greek mythology through dramatic artistic coin designs. Athena is often portrayed as a warrior goddess, representing both strategic warfare and wisdom. The antiqued finish applied to this release accentuates the sculpted elements of the design, giving the coin a striking three-dimensional appearance.
 
Obverse
 
The obverse displays the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Surrounding inscriptions include the issuing country Tuvalu, the coin’s denomination, weight, purity, and the 2022 year-date.
 
Reverse
 
The reverse depicts Athena standing ready for battle, holding a spear and shield while an owl, a symbol of wisdom closely associated with the goddess, flies above her. The design includes the inscription “ATHENA” along with The Perth Mint’s “P” mint mark.