Humans have been fascinated by dinosaurs since the first fossils were found. These giant predecessors to the forms of life that are present on earth today have captured the imagination of generations. Adjustments have been made over the years to the understanding that we have of each kind of dinosaur as science learns more about this time period. The T-Rex is one of the most famous dinosaurs, and children and adults alike are intrigued by these giant dinosaurs. While our understanding of this dinosaur has changed a lot over the years, this is still one of the most iconic dinosaurs of all time. Various famous T-Rex skeletons exist in museums around the world, and people pay to see these skeletons to be awed by the size of this dinosaur. This rendering of the famous T-Rex is just the skull, but this is one of the most incredible parts of this dinosaur due to its size. The T-Rex is one of the larger of dinosaurs that ever walked the earth, and one can tell this immediately when one sees even a small part of this dinosaur’s skeleton. The impressive teeth and the heavy jaws of this T-Rex are impressive even in an artistic form.
Through the use of a new minting technique called “Bi-Metal Reverse”, it achieves a remarkable weight and is 90x70mm in size – making it double the size of a regular 1 oz collectible. By combining 1 oz of silver as a base with a top layer of 14 oz of copper, the result is a super ultra-high relief that brings out every detail to maximum effect, then finished in 2 variations, pop art coloring and gold-gilding to conclude. This is a limited edition of 688 pieces only. Each piece is packaged and delivered with a Certificate verifying its edition number and authenticity.
Mintage | 688 pcs |
Weight & Material | 1 oz 999 Ag, 14 oz 999 Cu |
Finish | Various |
Size | 90 x 70mm |
Country | Republique du Tchad |
Year of Issue | 2023 |
Face Value | 5000 Francs CFA |