This 1 troy ounce (31.103 gram) silver (99.9%) World of Paintings Doubting Thomas coin has a proof quality and is minted in memory of the Italian painter Caravaggio and his painting 'Doubting Thomas'. The coin comes in a presentation box together with the certificate of authenticity. The worldwide mintage is limited to 500 pieces.
The silver World of Painting Doubting Thomas coin is minted in memory of the Italian painter Caravaggio. The coin is partly gold plated and contains 1 troy ounce (31.103 grams) fine silver (99.9%). In addition, the coin has quality proof, this is the highest achievable quality for coins.
'The Incredulity of Saint Thomas' is a painting by the Italian painter Cravaggio, dated 1601-1602. It depicts the episode that gave rise to the term ''doubting Thomas'', which has been commonly represented in Christian art since the 5th century and has been used to advance a variety of theological points.
The coin has a face value of 1 dollar in the country of origin. The dimensions are 40 x 40 mm and the product comes in a presentation box together with the certificate of authenticity. The worldwide mintage is limited to 500 pieces.
On the obverse you can see a replica of Caravaggio's work, the painting: 'The incredulity of Saint Thomas'. The coin has quality proof, which creates a great contrast between relief and background.
The back shows the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Ian Rank-Broadley. Around it are the inscriptions 1 DOLLAR - the face value, NIUE ISLAND - the country of issue, Ag 999 1oz - the purity and weight, 2022 - the year of issue and ELIZABETH II - the Queen's name.
The Silver Mountain has several coins commemorating the Italian artist Caravaggio and his paintings. These coins have beautiful details and are often minted in proof quality with a low, limited mintage.