1 oz Silver Forest Animals Squirrel 2026 (Mintage: 600 | Partially Gilded | Proof)
- Charming design: two squirrels
- Proven authenticity: with individual number
- Beautiful gift: for animal lovers
- Charming designFine whiskers, acorns and a golden autumn sun
- Proven authenticityThe certificate states your coin's number in the mintage
- Beautiful giftElegantly presented in a dark case with viewing window
- Charming design: two squirrels
- Proven authenticity: with individual number
- Beautiful gift: for animal lovers
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Native Animals · 2026
The 2026 squirrels, golden in the oak leaves.1 ounce of silver.
One holds an acorn, the second climbs above it. The animals are gilded, and the oak leaves remain silver.
- Fine weight
- 31.1 g
- Diameter
- 38.6 mm
- Mintage
- 600
One holds an acorn, the second climbs above it. The animals are gilded, and the oak leaves remain silver.
- Fine weight
- 31.1 g
- Diameter
- 38.6 mm
- Mintage
- 600
The packaging
In a case with a window.
The coin lies in a black case and can be seen through the window in the lid. It comes with a numbered certificate of authenticity and a green box with oak leaves and “SQUIRRELS”.
The design
The squirrels up close.
The magnifying glass shows the coin one detail at a time.
The other side
The King on the value side.
The value side shows the effigy of King Charles III. Around it are the country of issue, year, face value, weight and fineness.
- Face value
- 1 dollar
- Country of issue
- Niue
In the forest
The drey in the treetop.
Squirrels sleep and raise their young in dreys: round nests of twigs high in the tree, lined with moss and grass. An animal usually has several of them. The young are born there naked and blind.
- Dreys per animal
- usually several
- Young at birth
- naked and blind
Side by side
4 coins for Niue.
The fawn and the squirrels, each in silver and in gold. All 38.6 millimetres across.
| Coin | Mintage |
|---|---|
| Fawn in silver | 600 |
| Squirrels in silverthis page | 600 |
| Fawn in gold | 30 |
| Squirrels in gold | 30 |
The finish
Mirror field, gilded animals.
Proof means the field shines like a mirror, while the relief is frosted. The squirrels’ fur, the disc behind the branch and the acorns are gilded. The leaves, the branch and the caps of the acorns on the twig remain silver.
- Country of issue and year
- The face value
- Weight and fineness
The coins are issued for Niue, which is why the face value is in dollars.
Gold in the fur, silver in the leaves.The 2026 squirrels in silver.
A coin for Niue in the South Pacific.
Squirrel 2026: Golden Shine in the Oak Forest – Strictly Limited to 600 Pieces
- Strictly limited: Very low mintage of just 600 pieces worldwide
- Growth potential: Very high potential for value appreciation due to the consistently limited mintage
- Rarity value: A genuine rarity and a sought-after collector's item for lovers of elegant animal designs
- Minting quality: Highest possible quality "Proof" (PP) with a mirrored field
- Design: Two squirrels among oak leaves and acorns, brought to life through partial gilding
- Material: 1 ounce (31.1 g) fine silver with a fineness of 999/1,000
- Manufacturer: B.H. Mayer
- Country of origin: Germany – official legal tender of Niue with a face value of 1 dollar
- Authenticity guaranteed: Individually numbered certificate of authenticity, delivered in a case
Hardly any forest dweller is as beloved to watch as the squirrel. Nimble. Curious. Always thinking ahead about provisions. The 1 oz Silver Forest Animals Squirrel 2026 captures exactly this character – in a design that immediately stands out among modern silver coins: struck in Proof quality, partially gilded, and limited to a mintage of just 600 pieces. Anyone looking for a collector's coin with genuine rarity value will certainly find it here.
The Design: Autumn Time in the Oak Forest
In the foreground, a squirrel sits upright on a branch, holding an acorn firmly between its front paws. Its bushy tail fills almost the entire left half of the coin. Behind it, a second animal climbs a diagonally running branch, its curious gaze directed forward. Oak branches with finely chiselled leaves and several acorns frame the scene.
The interplay of colours is particularly appealing. The gilding is applied specifically to the fur of both animals, to several acorns, and to a large round disc in the background that resembles a low autumn sun. The chest, belly, oak leaves and branches, on the other hand, remain in bright silver. On the mirrored field of the Proof strike, this creates a contrast that brings out every detail in relief – from the whiskers to the texture of the acorn caps.
The design tells more than just a pretty forest scene. Squirrels, especially in autumn, gather provisions of nuts, seeds and acorns to get them through the barren winter months. For this reason, they have long been regarded as a symbol of prudence, foresight and planning – a thought that fits wonderfully with a silver coin made of genuine precious metal.
Nimble, prudent, forward-thinking – the squirrel is the ideal emblematic animal for any silver collection.
The Obverse: King Charles III
The obverse shows the portrait of King Charles III, surrounded by the inscriptions CHARLES III, NIUE 2026 and ONE DOLLAR. At the bottom edge are the weight and fineness: 1oz 999 SILVER. A reeded edge completes the classic appearance. At Kettner Edelmetalle, this issue is assigned to the "Animals on Land" series.
Niue – Small Island Nation, Great Collecting Tradition
Niue is an island nation in the South Pacific, associated in free association with New Zealand. Among coin enthusiasts, the country enjoys an excellent reputation as an issuing country for elaborately designed collector's coins. The squirrel silver coin is legal tender there with a face value of 1 dollar. Of course, no one will actually spend it – its real value lies in its silver content, its artistic design and its rarity.
Rarity with Potential for Value Appreciation: Why 600 Pieces Is So Few
Six hundred coins. For the entire world. Given the large international community of enthusiasts who passionately collect animal designs on precious metal, this is a remarkably small number. Each individual coin carries its own number within this mintage via the certificate – a detail that collectors particularly appreciate. This strict limitation makes the squirrel coin a genuine rarity and underpins its high potential for value appreciation. How the collector's value develops is determined by supply and demand. However, the starting point with such a small mintage is extremely appealing.
In Comparison: Collector's Item Instead of Mass-Produced Goods
Well-known bullion coins such as Maple Leaf or Vienna Philharmonic appear year after year in mintages of millions, with their price closely tracking the silver price. Their great advantage is the low premium. This silver coin deliberately pursues a different approach – here, besides the metal, design, finishing and rarity are what matter most.
- Rarity advantage: 600 pieces instead of unlimited annual minting
- Visual advantage: Partial gilding and a mirrored Proof surface make the coin an eye-catcher in any display case
- Documentation advantage: The numbered certificate proves authenticity and position within the mintage
- Good to know: The premium above the pure silver value is higher than with bullion coins – it reflects the special collector's value
- Care tip: For lasting shine, the coin is best kept in its protective capsule and should only be handled by the edge
Silver: A Coinage Metal with a Millennia-Old Tradition
Silver has accompanied humanity as a monetary metal since antiquity. Numerous cultures saw it as a symbol of prosperity and prestige, and to this day collectors value its bright, noble shine. The metal is durable and retains its physical properties across generations – ideal for passing a collection on to children or grandchildren later. Added to this is strong demand from the electronics, solar and medical technology sectors, which underpins the intrinsic value of this globally traded raw material, while supply remains limited. Compared to gold, silver is also significantly more affordable. A tax advantage for private individuals in Germany: profits from the sale are generally tax-free after a holding period of at least one year.
Technical Data and Scope of Delivery
- Precious metal: Silver, fineness 999/1,000
- Fine weight: 31.1 g (1 oz)
- Diameter: 38.60 mm
- Face value: 1 dollar (Niue)
- Year of issue: 2026
- Finish: Proof, partially gilded
- Edge: reeded
- Mintage: 600 pieces
- Manufacturer: B.H. Mayer, Germany
- Packaging: case with viewing window and numbered certificate of authenticity
The dark case with a viewing window presents the coin like a small work of art. The enclosed certificate states the year of issue, face value, issuing country, fineness, gilding, diameter and the individual number within the mintage. A fitting gift for animal lovers – and a highlight for your own collection, for as long as the small mintage is still available.
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