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James Cook is one of the most important explorers of all time as he became among the first to cross the Antarctic Circle. The British explorer and naval officer crossed the Antarctic Circle just over 250 years ago. Celebrate the 250th anniversary of this monumental achievement with the 2023 1 oz Proof Niue Silver Captain James Cook Coin, available for purchase at JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
James Cook was a British explorer who’s known as one of the first to cross the Antarctic Circle. He and his ship, the HMS Resolution, carrying 118 people crossed the Antarctic Circle on January 17, 1773. Cook became the first recorded European to make contact with the eastern coastline of Australia and the Hawaiian Islands.
2023 1 oz Proof Niue Silver Captain James Cook Coins will arrive securely in a black presentation box. This box provides extra protection for your silver coin as well as being an elegant display case.
The obverse of 2023 Proof Niue Silver Captain James Cook Coins features the Public Seal of Niue. This seal depicts a crown, representing the monarchy of New Zealand. This crown sits atop a traditional Niuean garland containing 14 seashells. The phrase “Atua Niue Tukulagi” meaning God, Niue eternally is displayed at the bottom. This seal has been used by Niue since 2021. Identifying marks of the coin surround this design.
James Cook crossing the Antarctic Circle is displayed on the reverse of 2023 1 oz Proof Silver Captain James Cook Coins. This image depicts a ship sailing through the blue waters with ice sculptures made possible thanks to digital color minting.
The JM Bullion team is here for any questions you have about buying silver. Our dedicated customer service team is available at 800-276-6508, via email, or through our live chat feature.
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James Cook is one of the most important explorers of all time as he became among the first to cross the Antarctic Circle. The British explorer and naval officer crossed the Antarctic Circle just over 250 years ago. Celebrate the 250th anniversary of this monumental achievement with the 2023 1 oz Proof Niue Silver Captain James Cook Coin, available for purchase at JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
James Cook was a British explorer who’s known as one of the first to cross the Antarctic Circle. He and his ship, the HMS Resolution, carrying 118 people crossed the Antarctic Circle on January 17, 1773. Cook became the first recorded European to make contact with the eastern coastline of Australia and the Hawaiian Islands.
2023 1 oz Proof Niue Silver Captain James Cook Coins will arrive securely in a black presentation box. This box provides extra protection for your silver coin as well as being an elegant display case.
The obverse of 2023 Proof Niue Silver Captain James Cook Coins features the Public Seal of Niue. This seal depicts a crown, representing the monarchy of New Zealand. This crown sits atop a traditional Niuean garland containing 14 seashells. The phrase “Atua Niue Tukulagi” meaning God, Niue eternally is displayed at the bottom. This seal has been used by Niue since 2021. Identifying marks of the coin surround this design.
James Cook crossing the Antarctic Circle is displayed on the reverse of 2023 1 oz Proof Silver Captain James Cook Coins. This image depicts a ship sailing through the blue waters with ice sculptures made possible thanks to digital color minting.
The JM Bullion team is here for any questions you have about buying silver. Our dedicated customer service team is available at 800-276-6508, via email, or through our live chat feature.
