Star Trek-themed coins are very popular, which speaks to the popularity of the shows and movies that have been released over the past few decades. The Perth Mint has released a new silver coin to honor the fifth and final television series from this famous franchise. Right now, you can purchase this coin, the 2015 Proof Tuvalu Star Trek Captain Archer 1 oz Silver Coin from Provident Metals.

Highlights:

• Ships in special presentation packaging with a Star Trek theme!
• Mintage limited to just 5,000 coins!
• Each coin contains 1 Troy oz of .999 pure silver.
• Given a face value of $1 (Tuvalu) that is considered legal tender in the nation.
• Struck in a brilliant proof finish.
• Reverse Star Trek images are colorized.

Since 2016 marks the 50^th anniversary of the start of Gene Roddenberrys Star Trek franchise, it is no surprise that there is a new coin series to honor the franchise. The Original Series television show originally aired in 1966, and over time, four other shows, an animated series, and thirteen films have been created.

Obverse

On the obverse of each 2015 Proof Tuvalu Star Trek Captain Archer 1 oz Silver Coin, you will see the right-profile image of Queen Elizabeth. Also on this side of the coin, you will notice engravings of the coins face value, nation or issue, and year of issue, as well as the Queens name.

Reverse

Scott Bakula can be seen on the reverse of these coins in his iconic role as Captain Jonathon Archer, the starship Enterprises leader. In the image, he is wearing his uniform in front of a Star Trek background. Engravings on this side of the coin include Archers name, as well as the coins weight, purity, and metal content.

History

These coins are minted by Australias Perth Mint, which is located in the state of Western Australia. As a state-owned entity of the local government, many people are surprised to learn that it isnt associated with the Royal Australian Mint, which produces the legal tender for the country.

Ordering

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