Whoever's idea it was to incorporate the best (hands down) movie trilogy of all time into currency, I bow down to you. The force is definitely with the South Pacific island, Nieu, whose government have issued a set of 40 different coins brandishing images of our favourite Star Wars heroes.
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There is a dark side to this however, as although the coins set to be released are at a face value of (NZ)$2, they are to be sold in sets of four at a staggering (NZ)$469 and are believed to go up in value long after their release. Say whaaaat jedi mind trick is this? A paradox no less, as never did I imagine that money would cost more than spending it. Although the fact that these gems are classed as currency and can actually be used (despite the ridiculous sum, desperate times may call for desperate measures), their intention is not to be used financially. These commodities are targeted more towards coin collectors and Star Wars enthusiasts alike, further expanding the already massive empire of Star Wars merchandise.
Intending to create a stir amongst the public, the first set of these coins shall be put on display at the American Numismatics Association in Chicago next week, and will be continually released until 2014.
May the coins be with you, my young padawans.
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