Modern Coin Mart - Darth Vader first stepped onto the silver screen in 1977's cinematic landmark, Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope. Darth Vader leapt to fame as a classic villain figure. As a servant of the Dark Side he used his power to further the dominion of the Galactic Empire.
2016 Niue $2 1 oz Silver Star Wars Classic - Darth Vader NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo Early Release
Now, with the upcoming release of Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, fans everywhere are eager to once again cheer as the Jedi battle the forces of the Dark Side. MCM is proud to announce Darth Vader's first appearance on new Star Wars collectible silver proofs. They're the first in a two-year coin series released by the New Zealand Mint featuring classic and new Star Wars characters. The reverse of the proofs feature the first image we ever saw of Darth Vader, flanked by a pair of Imperial Stormtroopers as he boards a rebel ship searching for Princess Leia. The obverse displays a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. The coin design is approved by Lucasfilm Ltd.
Each 1 oz. proof is minted in .999 fine silver with a mintage of 10,000. These coins have been certified by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) as Proof 70 Ultra Cameo with the Early Releases designation. Through cooperation with Lucasfilm Ltd. and NGC, MCM is able to offer these coins with an exclusive branded Star Wars label. It takes years to master the Force, but to seize your Darth Vader proofs, all you need to do is order now!
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