2022 TOWER OF BABEL from “Fundamental Stories of the Bible” Series; 5 oz HR Antiqued Silver Coin; $10 Tokelau

Description

Metal                     Silver

Purity                    0.999

Weight                  155,5 g (5 Troy oz)

Diameter               65 mm

Attributes              Antique Finish, High Relief, Colorized

Mintage                 299

Packaging             Deluxe Box and CoA

The myth of the Tower of Babel is sad and significant at the same time. Sad because it reveals the proud and rebellious nature of mankind. Significant because it captures a key point of our history that shaped the diversity of cultures in the world. Following many generations after the Great Flood, people had forgotten the valuable lesson of obeying God’s will. Filled with vanity and pride, they built a massive tower reaching the sky. But God frustrated their futile plan, confusing the languages and scattering them all over the Earth. At the same time, the multicolor shimmering brings to life the foreground of the image. The hectic scene depicts people rejoicing, drinking wine, and trading, completely unaware of God’s plan for them. It reminds us of the futility of human endeavors before the supreme will of the Almighty.