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MINT OF POLAND'S LEVITATING COINIn the never-saw-a-coin-do-THAT department, here's a levitating UFO coin from the Mint of Poland. -Editor 
The Mint of Poland introduces UFO MP-1766, the world's first levitating coin, honoring its 1766 founding year with legal tender in Cameroonian francs. This innovative, glow-in-the-dark silver coin pushes the boundaries of numismatics and demonstrates the power of human imagination. In a remarkable fusion of art, science, and currency, the Mint of Poland, or Mennica Polska, has unveiled the world's first "flying coin," christened UFO MP-1766. This innovative piece, a testament to the mint's ingenuity, pays homage to its founding year, 1766, and the science-fiction aesthetics of a spaceship. The UFO MP-1766 is not just a coin; it's a technological marvel. Crafted from seven ounces of silver, this coin defies gravity, hovering above a magnetic base, thanks to an integrated motor. Adding to its allure, the coin boasts glow-in-the-dark properties, achieved through the use of fluorescent paint. Despite its otherworldly appearance, the UFO MP-1766 is more than a collector's item. It is legal tender, bearing a value of 1,766 Cameroonian francs, a nod to the mint's founding year. While this equates to approximately 11.70 Polish zloty or €2.69, the coin's actual worth far exceeds its face value. The UFO MP-1766 was recently unveiled at the Technical Forum in Berlin, as part of the World Money Fair 2024. The international premiere of the coin sparked immense interest among experts and fair participants, cementing the Mint of Poland's reputation as a pioneer in the field. As a private entity, the Mint of Poland holds the exclusive right to manufacture coins and investment products in Poland. It is also the sole producer of commemorative coins for the National Bank of Poland. Known for its unique creations, the mint has previously produced the world's first spatial coin and a cylindrical coin. The UFO MP-1766 is expected to enter the market this spring, offering collectors and enthusiasts a chance to own a piece of history. This levitating coin not only pushes the boundaries of what a coin can be but also reflects the relentless human pursuit of innovation and the boundless possibilities of imagination. Magnets! Fluorescent Paint! Mind-blowing technology of the future! Dick Hanscom passed along a Daily Mail article on the coin, with the subject line "when will this madness end?" -Editor 
'We set the UFO in motion thanks to the engine hidden inside it. 'The electromagnetic field generated between the special stand and the mentioned engine creates a kind of tunnel in which our spaceship floats in the air.' I don't have a problem with novelty coins. Experiment away, and maybe one of the gimmicks will turn out to have lasting value. I did like, for example, the Royal Canadian Mint's 2014 Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel Ghost Bride changing portrait coin made with lenticular technology. I'm still waiting for the special-issue U.S. Mint quarter where George Washington farts and spits out his wooden teeth. -Editor
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