2022 $5 Divine Faces of the Sun Helios Gilded 3oz Silver Antiqued Coin
3oz Gilded Antique Silver Coin | Limited Mintage 500
A powerful embodiment of celestial authority and eternal light, the 2022 Helios – Divine Faces of the Sun coin pays tribute to the ancient Greek sun god whose radiant presence governed the heavens and illuminated the mortal world.
In Greek mythology, Helios was revered as the all-seeing deity of the sun—an impartial witness to every act on Earth. Each day, he journeyed across the sky in his blazing chariot, bringing light, warmth, and order to the cosmos. This majestic coin captures Helios at the height of his divine power, presented with commanding presence and extraordinary sculptural detail.
🌞 Solar Majesty & Symbolism
Struck from 3oz of .999 fine silver, the coin features a dramatic antique finish that enhances depth, contrast, and timeless character. Selective gilding highlights Helios’ divine attributes, symbolising the sun’s golden radiance and life-giving energy.
At the heart of the design sits a genuine amber insert, glowing like a fragment of the sun itself. Amber—formed from ancient resin and long associated with warmth, protection, and vitality—serves as a powerful solar symbol, reinforcing Helios’ role as the cosmic source of light and truth.
Helios’ noble expression and flowing hair radiate authority and calm omniscience, evoking his mythological role as both illuminator and eternal observer.
🪙 Craftsmanship & Finish
• Ultra-high relief strike brings Helios’ features into striking three-dimensional clarity
• Antiqued surface adds depth and a sense of ancient reverence
• Gold gilding accentuates divine elements and solar symbolism
• Amber inset represents the living heart of the sun
The obverse bears the Coat of Arms of Niue, along with the denomination, year-date, and legal tender status.
📦 Presentation & Collectability
Issued as official legal tender of Niue and limited to just 500 coins worldwide, each piece is housed in a premium presentation case and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.
✨ A Cornerstone of the Divine Faces of the Sun Series
Together with Dazhbog (Slavic Sun Father) and Vishnu (Preserver of Cosmic Balance), Helios represents the Greek interpretation of solar divinity—forming a powerful triad of mythological sun gods across ancient civilisations.
Highly sought after for its:
• Deep mythological significance
• Real amber solar insert
• Exceptional sculptural quality
• Strictly limited mintage
The Helios – Divine Faces of the Sun coin stands as a radiant centrepiece in any mythological or premium silver collection—an enduring symbol of light, truth, and celestial order.
