Tokelau Icon Mona Lisa 1oz Silver Coin 2021 | margin scheme
Pressburg Mint
The Pressburg Mint – Bratislavská mincovňa, s.r.o. is a private minting company based in Bratislava, Slovakia, founded in 2015.
It specializes in the production of bullion coins and medals made from gold and silver.
The mint is known for its detailed designs, modern minting technologies, and striking high reliefs.
Its innovative series appeal to both investors and collectors worldwide.
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🇹🇰 Tokelau Icon Mona Lisa 2021 – 1 oz Silver Coin – A Calm Homage to a World Image
The Tokelau Icon Mona Lisa 2021 – 1 oz Silver Coin is dedicated to one of the most famous portraits in art history in an objective, reduced execution that does not rely on dramatic effects or narrative scenes, but rather on clear lines, formal calm, and concentrated minting craftsmanship. The chosen motif is presented as a self-contained, balanced composition, whose impact arises from structure, material, and balanced design. Struck in silver, the coin unfolds its presence through the quiet power of the metal and the objectivity of the depiction.
The obverse shows the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II., as is characteristic of Tokelau issues of this minting period. The depiction is objective and clearly modeled, with calm contours and even line work. The profile appears composed and balanced, without decorative exaggeration. Encircling it are the inscriptions naming the issuing country Tokelau, the denomination, and the year of issue 2021. The lettering is evenly set and subordinated to the generous silver surface, so that portrait, inscription, and field stand in a calm, orderly relationship. The silver reflects light softly and evenly, giving the obverse an open, objectively dignified appearance.
The reverse presents the central motif of the series: a stylized depiction of the Mona Lisa, reduced to its formal essence. The composition dispenses with narrative elements or backgrounds; instead, the image of the face stands at the center as a calm, self-contained sign. The contours of the face, the eye area, and the calm expression are modeled in a balanced, clear line work that reproduces the familiar figure in concentrated form. Every line is consciously set, without appearing ornamental or overloaded. This objective execution allows the motif to unfold its effect in formal clarity.
Integrated into the reverse are the specifications for 1 oz weight and .999 silver, subtly embedded into the surface and clearly legible. These value indications subordinate themselves to the overall image and do not disturb the calm overall impression. The relief work is finely balanced; light glides calmly across the surface, creating depth without forming harsh contrasts. The interplay of matte and lightly polished areas creates subtle light and shadow effects that give the motif a gentle sculptural effect, without creating visual unrest.
The 1 oz denomination provides the motif with sufficient space to perceive details of the depiction clearly, without overloading the overall composition. The silver appears in a bright, cool luster that emphasizes the precision of the minting. The surface appears even, the relief heights distinct but not exaggerated. Light glides calmly across the surface, reinforcing the impression of order and balance. The edge is cleanly finished and integrates unobtrusively into the overall appearance, without standing out in design terms.
The design deliberately dispenses with narrative scenes or dramatic effects. Instead, it presents the iconic motif in a concentrated, calm form. The composition appears objective and thoughtful, supported by formal calm and material presence. The depiction leaves room for the viewer’s own associations and reflections, without explicit narrative guidance.
The Tokelau Icon Mona Lisa 2021 – 1 oz Silver Coin unites symbolic depth, clear minting craftsmanship, and the quiet presence of silver into a balanced coin design. It presents an iconic theme in a calm, concentrated representation—struck in silver and defined by structure, clarity, and deliberate restraint.
| Metal | Silver |
| Form | Silver Coin |
| Country of Origin | Tokelau |
| Manufacturer | Pressburg Mint |
| Purity | 999/1000 |
| Fineweight | 31.10 gram |
| Gross Weight | 31.10 gram |
| Denomination (oz) | 1 oz |
| Year of issue | 2021 |
| Grade | Brilliant |
| Condition | Circulated |
| Face value | 5 Dollar |
| Thickness | 2.80 mm |
| Diameter | 38.00 mm |
| Mintage | 30000 |
| Packaging | in Capsule |