© DMG medals
© DMG medals
1 Dollar - Elizabeth II Battle of Cocos
2004 year| Silver (.999) | - | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Cook Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2004 |
| Value | 1 Dollar 1 NZD = USD 0.62 |
| Currency | Dollar (1972-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#67234 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Portraits of Capt. J. Glossop and Capt. von Muller on the left. On the right are colourized pictures of HMAS Sydney (top) and SMS Emden (bottom)
Script: Latin
Lettering: HMAS SYDNEY SMS EMDEN 1914-2004 1OZ.999 SILVER
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (Battle of Cocos) 2004 coin from Cook Islands made of Silver (.999) is interesting because it commemorates a significant event in World War I. The Battle of Cocos, which took place on November 9, 1914, was a naval battle between the Australian cruiser HMAS Sydney and the German cruiser SMS Emden. The battle resulted in a decisive victory for the Allies, with the Emden being destroyed and the Sydney suffering minimal damage. The coin's design features an image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of the Battle of Cocos on the other, making it a unique and collectible item for history buffs and numismatists.
