HMS Endeavour 2018 | RWF50 Rwanda | 1oz Fine Silver Coin
The second release in the Nautical Ounce series honors the HMS Endeavour, a legendary vessel that reshaped the world’s map. Struck by the Bavarian State Mint from 1 oz of .999 fine silver, this coin features a stylized compass rose framing the majestic Endeavour in full sail—capturing the grand scale of its historic navigation through uncharted oceans.
Commanded by Lieutenant James Cook during the 1768 scientific expedition, the Endeavour was instrumental in charting the coastlines of New Zealand and Australia. Its voyages yielded monumental advancements in astronomy, botany, and cartography, cementing the ship’s role in the expansion of global knowledge. This coin stands as a lasting tribute to one of history’s most significant scientific explorers.
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HMS Endeavour 2018 (SKU-GER00002) The HMS Endeavour Silver Coin, the second release in the Nautical Ounce series, is a one-troy-ounce, .999 fine silver coin struck by the Bavarian State Mint, available in proof and antique finishes. Measuring 40mm in diameter and 4mm thick, its obverse features the Rwandan coat of arms and a 50 Francs face value, while the captivating reverse showcases the majestic HMS Endeavour in full sail framed by a stylized compass rose. This coin celebrates the legendary ship that, under Lieutenant James Cook’s command from 1768, embarked on a pivotal scientific expedition, extensively charting New Zealand and Australia’s eastern coast, and contributing significantly to astronomy, botany, and cartography before its destruction in 1778 during the American Revolutionary War; its limited mintage ensures its desirability for collectors and maritime history enthusiasts. HMS Endeavour 2018
| TECHNICAL DETAILS | |
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| Product ID | 2304 |
| SKU | GER00002 |
| Product Name | HMS Endeavour |
| Year | 2018 |
| Face Value | 50 (Francs RWF) |
| Issuing Country | Rwanda |
| Fineness (Purity) | .999 |
| Weight (g) | 31,103 (1oz) |
| Diameter (mm) | 40 |
| Height (mm) | 3 |
| Quality |
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| Mintage (pcs) | 1000 |
| Certificate (COA) | Yes |
| Presentation Case (Box) | No |
| Capsule | Yes |
| Serial No. | No |
| Additional Info | |
| Weight | 31.1035 g |
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