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2008 Lunar Year of the Mouse Proof Silver Coin(Gilded Edition)
| Name | 2008 Lunar Year of the Mouse Proof Silver Coin(Gilded Edition) |
|---|---|
| Composition | 999 Silver |
| Diameter |
38 millimeter |
| Weight |
1 ounce |
| Face Value |
2 Dollars (Tuvalu Currency) |
| Limited Mintage |
47,500 pieces |
| Image：Obverse |
The obverse design features the portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth Ⅱ. The effigy is encircled by the Characters“QUEEN ELIZABETH Ⅱ．2008．TUVALU．TWO DOLLARS．”. |
| Image：Reverse |
The reverse design features a picture of a Formosan Mountain Field Vole family staying at the high mountain field. The major one is gilded in 9999 gold while the others are specially polished. It symbolizes peace, growth and prosperity. The outlines of Taiwan and Mount Yu, the highest mountain in Taiwan, are displayed and viewed within a rhombic latent image when turning the coin slightly to the right and the left respectively. |