The modern cinematic universe of DC comics has offered up a witty and charming take on one of the all-time classic heroes: a plucky boy named Billy Batson who could transform into a mighty champion of justice by uttering the magic word“Shazam!”In his newest incarnation, that word — an anagram for the various gods and heroes who gave him their power to right wrongs on Earth — is also the superhero’s name and the title of his acclaimed big-screen debut in 2019. As he gets set to return for a highly-anticipated sequel, the New Zealand Mint pays tribute with the 2022 Colorized Niue Shazam Fury of the Gods 1 oz Silver Coin.

Highlights:

• Arrives in a themed and custom-made display case inside an acrylic capsule!
• Issued in 2022 by the New Zealand Mint!
• Limited mintage of only 2,022 pieces worldwide!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .999 pure silver.
• Face value of $2 (NZD), issued by Niue.
• Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.
• Obverse side features a classic effigy of the late Queen Elizabeth II.
• Reverse side features a full-color comic book cover-style image of Shazam.

The 2022 Colorized Niue Shazam Fury of the Gods Silver Coin is a showpiece of full-color artwork and witty design, delivered in a rectangular shape that echoes the ancestral comic book format. It comes nestled in a protective acrylic capsule inside a custom case for easy display in your collection, accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity that verifies your collectible’s unique number in the mintage.

Obverse

The obverse side of the coin features the classic Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of the late Queen Elizabeth II to confirm this coin as legal tender. This is accompanied by the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” “NIUE,” “2022” and “2 DOLLARS.”

Reverse

Rendered in the style of a classic Fawcett Comics cover, the reverse side shows Shazam striking a whimsical pose under a bold title inscription: “SHAZAM” with an“ily”added in a handwritten font on the end to signify his Shazam Family co-stars. Beside this is a retro replica of the Fawcett Comics logo, and underneath it are frosted decorative takes on the words “BOOM!” and “FURY OF THE GODS.” A mirrored border below bears the trademark and copyright of DC, along with verification of the coin’s silver contents.

History

The modern cinematicShazam!was hailed by critics and audiences as a joyful outing with a light tone and a satisfyingly big, bold, and bright take on superheroes pitted against a dastardly villain. The sequel, Shazam: Fury of the Gods,is hotly anticipated and will feature the return of most of the original cast.

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