VENERABLE COLLARED LIZARD Endangered Species Silver Coin 2$ Niue 2013

The coin reverse depicts a finely engraved Venerable Collared Lizard, showcasing the unique patterns of its skin. This endangered species is set against the desert-like environment in which it may be found in Northern Mexico. A Barrel Cactus from the area appears to the right of the lizard while the left hand side of the coin fades into the engraved latitude and longitude lines of the globe set against a mirror finish background. The coin obverse depicts the Raphael Maklouf effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, sovereign of the Commonwealth and Niue. When the rustic wooden crate is opened, the coin and Certificate of Authenticity are displayed.