2 oz 2025 The Fates: The Moirai Antiqued Silver Coin | Perth Mint

Unveil the mysteries of the ancient world with this beautifully crafted silver coin, showcasing the Fates - Clotho, Lachesis, and Atropos - each portrayed in stunning detail. Each coin, struck from 2oz of 99.99% pure silver and individually antiqued, is a unique treasure reflecting the mystic allure of the past.

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COIN HIGHLIGHTS

• 99.99% pure silver
• Antiqued treatment
• Ancient Greek design featuring the Fates

ANCIENT GREEK SYMBOLISM

In the tapestry of Greek mythology, the Fates—known as the Moirai—are three ancient goddesses who personify destiny. These powerful sisters are Clotho, Lachesis, and Atropos, each playing a pivotal role in the life of every mortal and divine being. Clotho, the spinner, weaves the thread of life, representing birth and the myriad of paths one might take. Lachesis, the allotter, measures the thread, determining the length and events of an individual’s life. Lastly, Atropos, the inflexible, cuts the thread, signifying the inevitable end that comes to all.

Together, they ensured the natural order was maintained, uncontested even by Zeus himself, the king of the gods. In ancient Greece, the Moirai were revered as symbols of life's unpredictability and the power of fate over human affairs.

POWERFUL SISTERS

The design portrays the three ancient goddesses, each draped in a Chiton and holding a rope symbolising the thread of life. They are depicted within a serene Greek grove, enveloped by foliage and blossoms. Included in the design is The Perth Mint’s traditional ‘P’ mintmark. This coin has been individually ‘antiqued’ to give it a unique finish conveying the surface abrasions of an ancient artefact. As a result of this treatment, the appearance of each coin in the mintage may vary.

PRESENTATION PACKAGING

The coin is housed in a classic display case with a clear lid. Packaged in a gift box with the word ‘FATE’ in gold foil and wrapped in a sleeve featuring the words 'THE MOIRAI' on a stylised metallic blue and black background. The release is accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity.

ABOUT THE PERTH MINT

The Perth Mint opened in 1899 as the British Royal Mint's 3rd branch in Australia. The historical Hay Street location handled gold refining until moving to a modern facility in April 1990. Ownership of the mint was transferred to the Government of Western Australia in July of 1970. Under an agreement with the Commonwealth Treasury, they were empowered to mint and market gold, silver, and platinum as Australian legal tender to investors and collectors worldwide. Today, they are amongst the elite world mints whose pure gold, silver, and platinum items are trusted without question. Items such as the Australian Nugget, Silver Coin Series (Kangaroo, Kookaburra, Koala, and Platypus to name a few), as well as the Australian Lunar Gold and Silver Coin Series are extensively sought after by bullion investors worldwide.