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The Egyptian Relics Silver Series produced by Scottsdale Mint, in association with the Republic of Chad, returns with this outstanding 2019 5 oz Silver Sphinx of Hatshepsut. This is the third edition of this extremely popular 5 oz chunky, antiqued Proof style for the series.
Following the chiseled-stone look of the Egyptian Relics series, this Sphinx of Hatshepsut is possibly the finest edition yet. The combination of the rough-chiseled rimless edge, the perfectly-applied antique finsh, and the tremendous design...well, let's just say it almost qualifies to be considered an ancient Egyptian relic.
The obverse features a remarkable depiction of the Sphinx of Hatshepsut, with the colonnades of Hatshepsut's mortuary temple at Deir el-Bahri standing in the background. The shading provided by the antique-finish provides an amazing sense of depth to the overall design. The inscriptions include, "SPHINX of HATSHEPSUT" stacked in three lines at the bottom.
The reverse is common to the series, although, anything but common. Displayed is the very distinctive, finely engraved image of the Republic of Chad's coat of arms, with inscriptions "Republic DU Tchad," the release year, weight, purity, and face value.
Hatshepsut ruled for 50 years as the fifth pharaoh during the Eighteenth Dynasty of Egypt; the period of ancient Egypt's greatest power. Prominent among her great achievements was the restoration of the trade routes, that would once again provide great wealth to the country under her lengthy reign. She also understood the necessity to concentrate much of her efforts to strengthen Egyptian culture that had suffered greatly under foreign rulers. She brought together the most accomplished architects and builders to design and construct great monuments, shrines, temples, and obelisks that would again establish Egyptian culture that had fallen into such ruin.
The massive granite Sphinx of Hatshepsut is actually one of no less than six great, sculpted-granite sphinxes that stood at Hatshepsut's mortuary temple at Deir el-Bahri. Upon her death, Thutmose III, Hatshepsut's successor (her nephew), ordered all six to be completely destroyed and removed to a quarry in his attempt to remove her name from history. Thankfully, the pieces of the sphinx were identified, collected and restored by the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The colossal sculpture weighs seven tons.
The sphinx was sculpted to depict the feminine facial characteristics of Hatshepsut as the head of the massive lion. Upon its head is a nemes headcloth the traditional head covering associated with the pharaoh. Also included is the royal postiche (fake beard), symbol of the power the pharaoh wields.
Scottsdale Mint stands tall as one of the most highly regarded and globally recognized private mints in the industry. A U.S. based company, Scottsdale made an unflinching commitment to quality consistency in every step of their business and manufacturing processes. With ISO 9001 certification, they are prepared to bring together innovation, creativity, quality, and efficiency into their finished products. Investors in precious metals demand the finest and the Scottsdale hallmark provides the name and backing for peace of mind!
Scottsdale is often envied by their peers for some of the most stunning and unique series designs in the private sector. The impeccable skill of their creative staff is clearly displayed with each new coin released. Though other mints may envy, Scottsdale customers anxiously await each release of their favorite series! Their anticipation is never disappointed.
Scottsdale Mint has also established themselves in the global market. Providing creative design and minting services to smaller nations around the world, they produce those countries' legal tender bullion coinage.
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