2023 HIPPOS from “Split Views” Series; 1 Ounce HR Proof Silver Coin; $5 Palau

Description

Metal                    Silver

Purity                   0.999

Weight                 31,1 g (1 Troy oz)

Diameter              38.61 mm

Attributes             Proof, Smartminting, High Relief, Colorized

Mintage                2023

Presentation Box and CoA Included

The hippopotamus, commonly known as hippo, inhabits rivers, lakes, and mangrove swamps in Africa. Its name derives from the ancient Greek for ‘river horse’. Despite its stocky shape and short legs, it races up to 30 km/h (19 mph) over short distances. Though they look kind of cute with their roundish shape, one should not underestimate these animals by any means. Hippos are dreaded for their severely hostile territorial behavior. Females are particularly defensive if anyone gets between them and their young. Be sure to look closely at both sides of the coin as both are very cleverly accomplished.