Vasa 2021 | NZD5 Niue | 2oz Fine Silver Coin
The third release in the Grand Shipwrecks in History series commemorates the Vasa, the iconic 17th-century Swedish warship. Commissioned by King Gustavus Adolphus as a “floating palace” to symbolize Sweden’s maritime might, the Vasa tragically foundered on its maiden voyage in 1628 due to a critical design flaw. Preserved for over three centuries in the Baltic Sea, the wreck was recovered in 1961, providing a peerless window into the naval history and craftsmanship of its era.
Minted in Poland for Niue, this 2021 issue is struck from 2 oz (62.2069g) of .999 fine silver. Featuring a commanding 50mm diameter and an evocative antique finish, the coin captures the grandeur of the ship’s intricate hull sculptures. With a strictly limited mintage of 500 pieces, this collectible is a sophisticated fusion of historical narrative and precision numismatic art.
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Vasa 2021 (SKU-POL00019) The Vasa, a magnificent Swedish warship, was built from 1626 to 1628. King Gustavus Adolphus commissioned it to be a symbol of Sweden’s might. Intended for use in the Thirty Years’ War, the ship was a floating palace. Hundreds of sculptures decorated its hull, showcasing Swedish power. Tragically, the Vasa’s maiden voyage in 1628 ended in disaster. The ship sank just minutes after leaving port in Stockholm. An investigation later revealed a critical design flaw. The ship was dangerously top-heavy and unstable. The cold, low-oxygen waters of the Baltic Sea preserved the ship for centuries. Salvage crews recovered the wreck in 1961, 333 years later. Today, the Vasa Museum in Stockholm houses the remarkably preserved vessel. It offers a unique window into 17th-century naval history and life.
| TECHNICAL DETAILS | |
|---|---|
| Product ID | 18019 |
| SKU | POL00019 |
| Product Name | Vasa |
| Year | 2021 |
| Face Value | Â 5 (Dollar NZD) |
| Issuing Country | Niue |
| Fineness (Purity) | .999 |
| Weight (g) | 62.213 (2oz) |
| Diameter (mm) | 50 |
| Height (mm) | – |
| Quality |
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| Mintage (pcs) | 500 |
| Certificate (COA) | Yes |
| Presentation Case (Box) | Yes |
| Capsule | Yes |
| Serial No. | Yes |
| Additional Info | |
| Weight | 62.2069 g |
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