OKLAHOMA CITY, Feb. 29, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Scottsdale Mint's Biblical Coin Series pays tribute to the remarkable stories that have captured hearts and souls for centuries. As the second coin of a six-part series coming out in 2016, The Last Supper coin foreshadows one of the most agonizing stories of all — breaking bread with those who break your trust.
Cast in 2 oz of .999 fine Silver, the scene depicts Jesus' final meal with his 12 disciples, as inspired by Gustave Doré's illustration. Though among his friends and believers, Jesus reveals one of them has betrayed him and another will deny him. Jesus accepts his disciples' actions as a means to his inevitable sacrifice, offering his body and blood both at the meal and for eternity.
Held just before Christ's arrest, trial, crucifixion and death, the event is one of the most pivotal and recognized moments in the Bible.
"The Last Supper coin is crucial to the series," APMEX Vice President of Merchandising Andrew Martineau said. "Without the betrayal, there would be no stories of resurrection and redemption. This coin brings guilt, forgiveness and the promise of a better future to the surface. Who can't identify with those themes?"
With a limited mintage of 1,499 coins, the Passover-related coin is not one for collectors to pass over. Each coin comes with a certificate of authenticity telling the story of the coin, its minting specifications and listing a unique serial number that matches the laser-etched number on the coin. The certificate also features Doré's artwork the design was based off. The Scottsdale Mint issues the coin by the authority of the island of Niue, where it is legal tender.
This exquisite new coin is available for pre-sale at APMEX and will be available to ship March 7.
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For more than 15 years, APMEX has been one of the nation's largest Precious Metals e-retailers. Boasting over $6.5 billion in transactions, APMEX was recently ranked the #1 Specialty E-Retailer and #46 out of 500 e-retailers by Internet Retailer Magazine. APMEX has the largest selection of bullion and numismatic items provided by a retailer, boasting more than 10,000 products. Product offerings include all U.S. Mint bullion such as Gold, Silver and Platinum American Eagle coins. APMEX also sells products from leading mints around the world including The Royal Mint, Perth Mint, Royal Canadian Mint and many others. APMEX is a member of the American Numismatic Association, the International Precious Metals Institute and the Industry Council for Tangible Assets. For additional information, visit www.APMEX.com or call (800) 375-9006.
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