Numismatic

2025 Samoa 2 oz Russian Roulette Antiqued Coin

This striking 2025 release from Samoa breaks traditional numismatic boundaries with its physical form, shaped precisely like a revolver cylinder. Crafted from two ounces of 0.999 fine silver, the coin utilizes ultra high relief minting techniques to bring its intense, dark theme to life. With a highly restricted mintage of only 666 pieces, this unusual issue stands out for both its dimensional shape and its intricate, selective gold gilding. The reverse side presents a detailed skull gripping a revolver loaded with a single round. Surrounding this central image is an American roulette wheel, complete with the double-zero slot, alongside various symbols representing vices. This design nods to the high-stakes game of chance that is thought to have originated in nineteenth-century Russia. On the obverse, the revolver motif continues with a depiction of a six-chamber cylinder containing one live cartridge. The official coat of arms for Samoa is also integrated into this side, establishing its status as legal tender. The combination of selective gilding, deep antiquing, and a fully dimensional shape makes this coin a fascinating study in modern minting capabilities.