MEMENTO MORI Pieter Claesz 1 Oz Silver Coin 1000 Francs Cameroon 2025
This evocative 1 Oz Silver coin is dedicated to Memento Mori by Pieter Claesz, one of the most powerful still-life paintings of the Dutch Golden Age. Issued as part of a refined artistic tribute, the coin translates the painting's quiet intensity and philosophical depth into a Dark Edition numismatic masterpiece. Struck in .999 fine Silver with an elegant Black Proof finish, this square-shaped coin captures the timeless reflection on mortality and the fleeting nature of life. It comes in a case, along with the Certificate of Authenticity. Limited mintage of only 999 pieces worldwide.
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€149.95
Data sheet
- Country
- Cameroon
- Year
- 2025
- Face Value
- 1000 Francs
- Metal
- Silver
- Fineness (purity)
- .999
- Weight (g)
- 31.1 (1 oz)
- Size (mm)
- 40 x 40
- Quality
- Black Proof
- Mintage (pcs)
- 999
- Certificate (COA)
- Yes
- Box / Blister
- Yes
- Weight range
- 1 oz - less than 2 oz
The reverse of the coin faithfully reproduces Memento Mori by Pieter Claesz, a masterful still life that embodies the concept of vanitas. The composition centers on a skull resting beside a goblet and a candle, objects carefully arranged to evoke silence, introspection, and the inevitability of time. Through a restrained color palette and balanced interplay of light and shadow, the artwork draws attention to life's fragility and transience. The Dark Edition finish enhances the dramatic atmosphere, emphasizing textures, contrasts, and the contemplative mood of the original painting. The obverse of the coin presents the official emblem of Cameroon, framed within the square format that echoes the structure of a framed artwork. Surrounding the central coat of arms are the inscriptions: "REPUBLIQUE DU CAMEROUN" - the issuing country, "2025" - the year of issue, "Ag 999" - the fineness of the Silver, and "1000 FRANCS CFA" - the face value.
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