The Artefacts series by Germania Mint has quickly established itself as one of the most sought-after collections in modern numismatics. Its foundation lies in legendary objects – weapons, regalia, and attributes – that held immense, supernatural power in the world of Germanic deities and directly shaped the fate of the world. Shifting the focus from traditional scenes and portraits to three-dimensional, silver representations of these mythical realms has captured the imagination of collectors worldwide.
Following the triumphant debut of Gjallarhorn and the fan-favorite Mjölnir, market demand for the series has reached an unprecedented level-driving interest on the secondary market and solidifying these releases as elite collectible items.
Today, we proudly present the third chapter of this mythical saga: Gungnir - Odin's legendary spear.
The legend of Asgard’s ultimate weapon
Forged by the famous dwarven masters – the Sons of Ivaldi – the spear Gungnir was created as a gift worthy of Odin, the supreme ruler of the Germanic pantheon. It was engineered as the perfect weapon: once cast into the air, it bypassed every obstacle to strike its target without fail. In Germanic sagas, Gungnir became a symbol of divine authority, wisdom, and the inevitability of fate. According to legend, Odin would initiate battles by casting the spear above the heads of opposing troops -s erving as a harbinger of victory.
Minting craftsmanship intertwined with mythology
Designed by Mateusz Frąckowiak, the 2026 issue brings this iconic weapon to life with extraordinary attention to detail and narrative depth:
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Dual-sided relief and Valknut symbolism: The obverse and reverse depict both sides of the legendary spear. Centered on one side is the powerful Valknut symbol-Odin’s emblem representing fate and the connection to fallen warriors.
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Contrasting nature in the background: The background of the coin tells the story of the life cycle and Ragnarök-on one side, the spear is surrounded by dormant, leafless branches symbolizing the approaching twilight of the gods, while the other features dense, vibrant leaves of the mystical tree Yggdrasil.
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Intricately decorated guard and artistry: Forged by the dwarves, the weapon impresses with rich ornamentation: from the wrapped hilt to elaborate scenes of Odin on Sleipnir accompanied by Huginn, Muninn, and Fenrir, down to the runic inscriptions.
Two exclusive formats
In line with the tradition of the Artefacts series, the coin arrives on the market in two iconic formats, tailored to the needs of both silver investors and high-relief enthusiasts:
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2026 Artefacts: Gungnir 1 oz Silver BU: Struck in fine silver with a limited mintage of 5,000 pieces, accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.
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2026 Artefacts: Gungnir 2 oz Silver BU Ultra High Relief: Limited to just 500 pieces, featuring spectacular ennoblement with ruthenium, gold, silver, and palladium, packaged in an elegant wooden box and supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity.
As the next chapter of this fascinating saga, Gungnir pushes the boundaries of minting artistry – combining the power of Germanic myths with a unique value appreciated by the most demanding collectors.
Both versions of the Artefacts: Gungnir coin are available exclusively through authorized Distributors Germania Mint.
