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2022 Republique du Tchad Almond Blossom by Vincent Van Gogh Gilded High Relief Silver Coin

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Vincent van Gogh (1853 – 1890), Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, February 1890

oil on canvas, 73.3 cm x 92.4 cm

Flowering trees were special to Vincent van Gogh. They represented awakening and hope. He enjoyed and found joy in painting flowering trees. Large blossom branches like this against a blue sky were one of Vincent van Gogh’s favorite subjects. Almond trees flower early in the spring making them a symbol of new life.

The painting was a gift for his brother Theo and sister-in-law Jo, who had just had a baby son, Vincent Willem. In the letter announcing the new arrival, Theo wrote: ‘As we told you, we’ll name him after you, and I’m making the wish that he may be as determined and as courageous as you.’

During Vincent van Gogh’s career, he could copy a few Japanese painting and were deeply influenced by his admiration for Japanese art.

To have an authentic Almond Blossom as one of you collection is impossible as it is stored at Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam (Vincent can Gogh Foundation). However, we can still get a chance to have an Almond Blossom by Vincent Van Gogh 2 Oz Silver Coin.

Look at the coin, it is stunning.

Mintage: 500 pcs

Weight & Material: 2 oz 999 Ag, 33.5 oz 999 Cu

Finish: Various

Size: 145 x 110mm

Country: Republique du Tchad

Year of Issue: 2022

Face Value: 10000 Francs CFA

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Perth Mint – 1929 WA Centenary Medal and Sovereign Set (50 mintage)

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Uniting the Perth Mint’s 1929 Western Australia Centenary Medal with a 1929P Gold Sovereign set, this prestigious pair forms a unique remembrance of the celebrations for the 100th anniversary of Western Australia in 1929, perfect for the avid collector.

Key features:

• 1929 Centenary Medal in Very Fine- Extremely Fine condition

• 1929 Gold Sovereign in Extremely Fine – about Uncirculated condition

• Commemorative set

• Prestigious timber case

• Mintage: 50

Product Specification:

Includes: The 1929 Western Australia Centenary Medal / The King George V 1929P Gold Sovereign

Year Date: 1929 / 1929

Metal Content (Troy oz): 32g Copper / 0.235

Fineness (% purity)/ Grade: Very Fine- Extremely Fine / 91.67

Maximum Diameter (mm): 39mm / 22.05

Story:

Founded in 1829

Although Europeans had contact with the west coast of the ‘Great Southern Land’ from the 17th century, European settlement did not take place until the 19th century. Indeed, it was not until May of 1829 that Britain’s Swan River Colony – renamed Western Australia in 1832 – was formally established. Celebrations were held for the centenary of Western Australia in 1929 and included the issue of the 1929 Western Australia Centenary Medal.

The 1929 Western Australia Centenary Medal

An iconic element Australian numismatics, the 1929 Western Australia Centenary Medal was struck at the Perth Mint. The obverse carries the portrait of George V by Australian artist Sir Bertram Mackennal – so well known from its employment upon Australian coinage from 1911 to 1936. The reverse carries George Kruger Gray’s distinctive, vigorous portrayal of a Black Swan, one of Western Australia’s most powerful symbols. Spanning an imposing 38mm, the 1929 Western Australia Centenary Medal is presented in Very Fine to Extremely Fine.

The King George V 1929P Gold Sovereign

The perfect partner for the Perth Mint’s 1929 WA Centenary Medal, this impressive set also comprises the Mint’s 1929P Sovereign – struck in the centenary year of Western Australia! The first of a 3-year-only type, the 1929P was the first to carry the Modified Portrait of George V and revised St George & the Dragon motif. Scarce in better grade, with so many coins lost or melted for the gold, this is your chance to secure the 1929P Gold Sovereign in Extremely Fine to about Uncirculated condition.

Source:

1929 WA Centenary Medal and Sovereign Set (perthmint.com)

https://www.downies.com/pm-1929-wa-centenary-medal-sov-set