2023 1/10 oz Cayman Islands Blue Marlin Gold Coin

2023 1/10 oz Cayman Islands Blue Marlin Gold Coin

This 2023 1/10 oz Cayman Islands Blue Marlin Gold Coin, available at BOLD, takes you into the marine beauty. The coin, weighing 1/10 oz, is dedicated to the Marlin fish, famous for its impressive size, agility, and speed. Scottsdale Mint, a prestigious mint, produces these stunning 1 oz silver coins that are also legal tender in the Cayman Islands. The reverse of these coins features the intriguing blue marlin fish, known for its long bill that grows in front of their heads and helps them stun and catch their prey.

Key Features

• 2023 1/10 oz Cayman Islands Blue Marlin Gold Coin.
• Purity: Contains 1/10 oz of .9999 fine gold.
• Obverse: Features Cayman Island Coat of Arms along with the year and face value.
• Reverse: It features a blue colored marlin jumping out of the ocean, a rope frame with a sailing ship cameo, and the words "MARLIN" and "TENTH OZ 9999 GOLD".
• Mintage: Limited mintage of 10,000 coins.
• Face Value: 2 Dollars.
• Legal Tender: Legal tender in Cayman Island.
• Diameter: 16.5 mm.
• Packaging: The coin arrives in a sealed capsule.

The coin's obverse displays the Coat of Arms of the Cayman Islands, which consists of a shield, a crested helm, and a motto. The shield's lower two-thirds exhibit three stars, each representing one of the three inhabited islands, namely Grand Cayman, Little Cayman, and Cayman Brac. These stars are positioned on wavy bands that symbolize the sea. The top third of the shield showcases a lion passant guardant, which signifies Britain. Positioned above the shield is a turtle resting on a coil of rope, and behind the turtle is a pineapple. The turtle symbolizes the maritime history of the Cayman Islands, while the rope represents its traditional thatch-rope industry, and the pineapple signifies its links with Jamaica.

The islands' motto, "He hath founded it upon the seas", can be found on a ribbon below the shield. This line is taken from Psalm 24 Verse 2 and acknowledges the country's Christian heritage and its association with the sea. The center of the background has a textured appearance, with lines that resemble sea waves. The rim around the coin, which is textured with thin wavy lines, bears the name of the country and the face value: "CAYMAN ISLANDS · 2 DOLLARS" is written above, while the date of issuance, "2023", is written below.

The coin's reverse side has an engraved illustration of a marlin jumping out of the ocean, with a boat in the backdrop, signifying a nautical or marine motif. The inscriptions state that it is a tenth of an ounce of .9999 (24 karats) pure gold.

About Marlin Fish

The magnificent marine creature known as the Marlin symbolizes agility, strength, and grandeur. It is commonly found in the waters surrounding the Cayman Islands. The unique features of the Marlin, such as its large body, dorsal fin, and bill-like snout, are all integral to its special abilities. The Marlin is a marvel of marine evolution and has several different species, including the Striped Marlin, White Marlin, and Blue Marlin. Each species has its own distinctive and special characteristics.

The marlin fish is known for its remarkable hunting skills, thanks to its streamlined body and ability to swim up to 82 miles per hour. These fish are famous for their impressive migrations that span across oceans. They are highly migratory and cover vast distances during their journey.

The blue marlin, a famous sea creature admired for its vivid cobalt-blue colors, enormous size, and unique spear-like bill—a captivating sight in the azure waters surrounding the islands—is part of the maritime folklore of the Cayman Islands. This species of marlin, scientifically named Makaira nigricans, is a symbol of strength and grace in the marine world, in addition to being an apex predator.

The blue marlin is an ocean nomad that travels great distances over open waters on its migrations. Some people can navigate whole ocean basins, which is a testament to their extraordinary skill.

The Blue Marlin has a significant place in sportfishing and holds a deep cultural significance in the Cayman Islands. It is considered to represent the untamed spirit of the Caribbean waters, and its captivating beauty captures the imagination of both locals and visitors. The Cayman Islands' various imagery, including coins and symbols, pay tribute to the Blue Marlin's indomitable force and stunning allure.

This 2023 1/10 oz Cayman Islands Blue Marlin Gold Coin has a captivating design that can enhance any coin collection. Get yours today!