MINOAN AND MYCENEAN Tresures of Ancient Civilizations Silver Coin 2$ Niue 2023

The reverse of the coin feautres the treasures of Minoans, originating from Crete, built the oldest known European civilization. They revered the bull as a sacred animal, evident in their artwork and artifacts. The Mycenaeans from mainland Greece later invaded Crete, bringing the culture of the Mycenaean civilization. Mycenae was a fortified city with impressive structures, including the Lion's Gate and a tomb containing a golden mask believed to belong to Agamemnon. All around the reverse, the inscriptions:"KRETA 2000-1600 MYKENY GR 2016" - the name of the coin. The obverse of the coin features the Public Seal of Niue and the inscriptions: "PUBLIC SEAL OF NIUE" – the issuing country, "2 DOLLARS" – the face value and "2023" – the year of issue.