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¼ Dollar - Elizabeth II Great Barrier Reef
2016 year| Silver plated copper-nickel | 4.58 g |
| Issuer | Cook Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | ¼ Dollar ¼ NZD = USD 0.16 |
| Currency | Dollar (1972-date) |
| Composition | Silver plated copper-nickel |
| Weight | 4.58 g |
| Size | 70 × 34 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#224641 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Comment
One of Australia’s most remarkable natural gifts, the Great Barrier Reef is blessed with the breathtaking beauty of the world’s largest coral reef. The reef contains an abundance of marine life and comprises of over 3000 individual reef systems and coral cays and literally hundreds of picturesque tropical islands with some of the worlds most beautiful sun-soaked, golden beaches.Because of its natural beauty, the Great Barrier Reef has become one of the worlds most sought after tourist destinations. A visitor to the Great Barrier Reef can enjoy many experiences including snorkelling, scuba diving, aircraft or helicopter tours, bare boats (self-sail), glass-bottomed boat viewing, semi-submersibles and educational trips, cruise ship tours, whale watching and swimming with dolphins.
The Great Barrier Reef is one of the seven wonders of the natural world, and pulling away from it, and viewing it from a greater distance, you can understand why. It is larger than the Great Wall of China and the only living thing on earth visible from space.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a colorful depiction of the Great Barrier Reef on its reverse side, showcasing the rich marine life and vibrant coral colors of the world's largest coral reef system. The design is meant to highlight the beauty and importance of preserving this natural wonder, which is not only a vital source of biodiversity but also a significant cultural and economic asset for the indigenous communities of Australia and the Pacific region.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 7500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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