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1 Dollar - Elizabeth II 4th portrait
| Copper-nickel | 10.75 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Cook Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2003-2010 |
| Value | 1 Dollar (1 NZD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1972-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 10.75 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.15 mm |
| Shape | Scalloped (with 12 notches) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 30 April 2016 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#3675 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
Tangaroa, the ancient god of creation, water, the ocean, navigation and the heavens, encircled by fifteen stars representing the fifteen Cook Islands. This rare carved Tiki divides the denominations.
Script: Latin
Lettering: $1 $1
Engraver: George James Berry
Edge
Plain
Comment
The reverse of this coin was designed from a rare carved Tiki presently in the Munich Museum in Germany.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th portrait) 2003-2010 from Cook Islands is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which was designed specifically for the Cook Islands currency. This portrait was created by sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley and shows the Queen wearing a crown and a necklace that is adorned with a large pearl. This design was used on all coins issued by the Cook Islands during this time period and has become a distinctive feature of their currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2010 | 324000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th portrait) 2003-2010 coin.
