Silver coin 1$ Niue 2023 – Chess King

The King of Coins is a masterpiece of an impressive ode to one of the oldest and most widespread games on Earth – chess. Designed to dominate your collection, this outstanding silver coin is dedicated to the most important piece in the game, the king. The king is the main chess piece, the most valuable and highest.
Chess has a rich history and has evolved many times to reach its modern form. Thought to be derived from a war game popular in the southern parts of Central Asia after 600 BC, chess spread to Europe through the Byzantine and Arabian empires. The “King” became the largest game piece, being able to move one step in any direction on the board in order to capture any of the opponent’s pieces standing in any cell surrounding it.

Denomination: 1 dollar
Weight: 1oz (31.1g)
Diameter: 38.6mm
Metal: silver 999
Circulation: 999
Packing: capsule, box
A certificate of authenticity is included.