1 x 1 oz Silbermünze 2$ Niue Islands "Silver Icons of Inspiration - Shakespeare 2024" -BU- *

1 x 1 Unze (oz) 5$ Niue Islands

"Silver Icons of Inspiration - 9# Shakespeare 2027"

The next release in the Icons of Inspirations series features a beautiful design celebrating William Shakespeare. Artwork by famed coin designer Joel Iskowitz pays an elegant tribute to this iconic poet and playwright.

Coin Highlights:

• Contains 1 oz of .999 fine silver.
• 9th release
• Limited mintage of 10,000 coins, delivered in an enhanced BU satin finish.
• Individual coins are packaged in protective capsules. Multiples of 20 arrive in heat-sealed rolls.
• Obverse: William Shakespeare holding a feather quill, the Globe Theater featured below where many of his plays were performed. An image of Earth is in the background with the quote "ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE, AND ALL THE MEN AND WOMEN MERELY PLAYERS" around the edge.
• Reverse: A triumphant image of a muse with an arm extended toward the sun, the seal of the nation of Niue, $2 face value and the date.
• Coin designs created by famed coin designer Joel Iskowitz.

2024 Niue 1 oz Silver Icons of Inspiration: William Shakespeare BU

The next release in the popular series of coins celebrating famous Icons of Inspiration features Shakespeare, one of the most influential writers throughout history. His writing style and use of language have had a profound and lasting impact on English literature.

This release includes 10,000 silver BU, 100 proof silver and 100 gold BU coins designed by the esteemed artist Joel Iskowitz. Ten of the proof silver and gold BU coin certificates of authenticity are signed by Joel Iskowitz to add an extra level of appeal. The obverse depicts William Shakespeare holding a feather quill along with the Globe Theater. The background displays the image of earth and the quote "All the world's a stage and all the men and women merely players" along the edge.

William Shakespeare
Shakespeare is widely regarded as the greatest playwright and poet in the English language and lived during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. His early career is marked by his involvement with the London theater scene, specifically at the Globe Theater, in which he became a shareholder as many of his plays were performed there. Despite achieving success during his lifetime, Shakespeare retired to Stanford in the early 17th century and passed away in 1616.

William Shakespeare's plays are categorized into tragedies, comedies and histories, showcasing a deep understanding of human nature, intricate plots and profound insights into the human condition. His most notable plays include "Romeo and Juliet," "Hamlet," "Othello," "Macbeth" and "King Lear." His legacy endures through the timeless nature of his works, which continue to be performed globally and studied in schools and universities. His influence extends beyond literature, touching various art forms, and his impact on the English language is immeasurable.