Niue 2023 $5 Vishnu – Divine Faces of the Sun
3oz Gilded Antique Silver Coin | Limited Mintage 500
A radiant tribute to divine preservation and cosmic balance, the 2023 Vishnu – Divine Faces of the Sun coin honours one of the most revered deities in Hindu tradition. As the Protector of the Universe and preserver of dharma, Vishnu embodies harmony between creation and destruction, light and darkness, order and chaos.
Struck from 3oz of .999 fine silver and finished in an exquisite antique patina with selective gilding, this powerful release captures Vishnu’s eternal presence as a life-giving solar force, perfectly aligning with the broader Divine Faces of the Sun series.
🌞 Divine Symbolism & Design
The reverse portrays Vishnu in commanding high relief, richly adorned with an ornate crown and sacred jewellery, each detail meticulously sculpted to convey authority, serenity, and timeless wisdom. He is shown holding his four divine attributes:
• Lotus (Padma) – purity, creation, and spiritual awakening
• Conch (Shankha) – the primordial sound of the universe
• Chakra (Sudarshana) – cosmic order and righteous power
• Mace (Gada) – strength, discipline, and moral force
At the heart of the design lies a genuine amber insert, symbolising life, vitality, and solar energy. The amber reinforces Vishnu’s role as a sustaining cosmic force and visually links him to the sun as a source of balance and renewal—paralleling other solar deities such as Dazhbog, the Slavic Sun Father.
🪙 Craftsmanship & Finish
The coin’s antique finish enhances depth and texture, giving the sculpture a sacred, timeworn presence, while selective gilding highlights key elements of Vishnu’s form, drawing the eye to his regalia and divine instruments. The result is a coin that feels both ancient and eternal.
The obverse bears the Coat of Arms of Niue, along with the denomination, year-date, and legal tender status.
