Falcon
Falcon
Coin value
1 dollar
Issuer
Niue
Manufacturer
The Mint of Poland
Year of issue
2020
Mintage
500
Fineness
999
Ligature mass, g
17.5
Quality of mintage
proof, digital printing, laser frosting, faceted stone
Metal
Silver
The most powerful deity of Egypt appeared before the people in the form of a falcon. It is believed that this bird is able to look at the sun without blinking its eyes. According to ancient beliefs, only the gods could look at their own kind that way. A falcon is a noble hunting bird, a symbol of the sun and light, victory and advantage, protection and freedom. The fearless bird of prey was often compared to the glorious lone warrior, manifesting such qualities as courage, chivalry, bravery, strength, dexterity, and intelligence. The falcon is a solar symbol of victory, an emblem of the rising sun. The Slavs considered this bird a symbol of strength and courage.