Piracy has been a part of human history for thousands of years, with records dating back to Ancient Greece and references in Homers writings describing raids on coastal settlements. The “Golden Age of Piracy” (1650-1730) is the most famous era, when notorious pirates like Blackbeard, Anne Bonny, and Bartholomew Roberts terrorized merchant ships in the Caribbean, Atlantic, and Indian Ocean. Now, you can commemorate this legendary period with the 2025 Antique Niue Black Diamond 2 oz Silver Coin, available online at Provident Metals.

Highlights:

• Coins arrive encapsulated in a black presentation box with a Certificate of Authenticity!
• Antique specimen!
• Selective colorization and 24-karat gold layering!
• High-relief visuals!
• Limited mintage of only 500 coins!
• Contains 2 Troy oz of .999 pure silver.
• Issued a face value of $5 (NZD) by Niue.
• Public Seal of Niue on the obverse.
• Skeletal pirate clutching a glass bottle with a ship on the reverse.

Each 2025 Antique Niue Black Diamond 2 oz Silver Coin is securely housed in a protective capsule and presented in a black display box. The coin comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and features an antique finish with selective applications of 24-karat gold and colorization on the reverse.

Obverse

On the obverse of the 2025 Antique Niue Black Diamond Silver Coin, the Public Seal of Niue is depicted in the center of a detailed pirate-themed border. The seal includes native Niuean flora encircled by 14 seashells, with a sovereign crown at the top, representing Niues connection to the Commonwealth. The inscriptions include BLACK DIAMOND, 5 DOLLARS, AG 999, 2 OZ, and 2025.

Reverse

The reverse of the 2025 Antique Black Diamond 2 oz Silver Coin features an eerie skeletal pirate. His gaze is fixed on the glass bottle in his hand, which contains the image of a mysterious black sailing ship. The scene around him is filled with classic pirate imagery, including an eye patch-wearing parrot perched on a wooden chest, a treasure map at its feet, and piles of gold coins and doubloons scattered across the floor. Inscriptions include only BLACK DIAMOND.

History

Pirates emerged from diverse backgrounds, including former naval officers, merchant sailors seeking escape from harsh conditions, and rebels who rejected colonial rule. While often portrayed as criminals, many pirate crews functioned under structured leadership, electing captains, enforcing rules, and even compensating crew members for injuriespractices ahead of their time compared to many established naval forces.

Ordering

Provident Metals customer service is available to assist with silver purchases at 1-800-313-3315. You can also reach us through our web chat and email options.