2022 The Allegories – Polonia & Germania 5oz .9999 Silver Coin

Polonia and Germania is the fifth coin from Germania Mint’s Allegories, coming to collectors in 2022. The whole series depicts personifications of countries around the world in a form of beautiful, sensual and strong women.

The Allegories coins are created in one diameter of 38.61 mm and four different heights and weights, from 3 mm for the 1 oz coin to 25.85 mm for 10 oz coin, which is exceptional not only because of its thickness the blanks, from which it has been minted, were processed manually.

DESIGN

The reverse of the coin presents the personifications of Polonia and Germania, depicted as young and beautiful women. In the past, the female figure embodying the Kingdom of Poland was considered to be imbued with divinity. In the artistic vision of Germania Mint, she is holding a large shield with an eagle (symbol of victory and strength). The eagle has been part of our emblem since the first Polish city was founded. Lady Polonia head’s adorned with a crown, a symbol of kings, while Germania is crowned with a branch of an oak, the tree that has accompanied her from the very beginning of the series. Both heroes stand proudly, close to each other, signalling equality and friendship between the two cultures.

The image on the obverse is the coat of arms representing moral principles and noble values. Germania was a historical land and has never been an official country, that is why Germania Mint decided to create their own interpretation of its coat of arms. Its symbols and design are a creation of Germania Mint’s imagination, however it has been created in accordance with applicable heraldry rules.

The crowned shield has been divided into four parts, from which each has a traditional meaning, precisely defined by heraldry. The shield itself is a symbol of truth, loyalty and trust. The crown equals authority and nobility as well as chivalry.

Germania Mint’s visualisation of a Bicephalous eagle is a Roman mythology symbol associated with Janus, god of all origins, guardian of doors, gates, passages and bridges, the patron of contracts and alliances. Heads facing the opposite sides symbolize the past and the future.

The check pattern refers to wisdom and prudence – characteristics of every noble sovereign.

The gold ribbon with three flowers represent the determining values of a strong and independent nation – unity, integrity and freedom.

The wild boar – a symbol of mightiness, was a very popular and respectful animal in the Roman Empire. Legio I Italica, Legio X Fretensis and Legio XX Valeria Victrix are three of the most famous Roman legions with a boar in their emblem.

The Coat of Arms is surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves. Wreath symbolizes loyalty, stability and national unity. In mythology and ancient times, only people who wielded enormous power – spirit, muscle or magic, were allowed to wear it.

All values presented in the symbolism above, were respected by Germania and Polonia.

PRESENTATION

Each bullion coin is presented in a protective capsule and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. Each 5oz coin and certificate of authenticity is provided in Germania Mint Allegories themed packaging with Polonia and Germania on the cover.

Technical Specifications

ABOUT GERMANIA MINT

Established in 2018, Germania Mint has expanded rapidly creating new and exciting products that have become favourites for customers across the world. Germania Mint has immense experience in all aspects of bullion and numismatic production, from the design, to the packaging and then to the minting itself. Swan Bullion Company is proud to be an authorised distributor for both Germania Mint’s bullion and numismatic products.