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Reverse © Xander89
1 Dollar - Elizabeth II RMS Titanic Centenary - Carpathia Rescue
2012 year| Copper-nickel | 25.8 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Cook Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2012 |
| Value | 1 Dollar 1 NZD = USD 0.62 |
| Currency | Dollar (1972-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 25.8 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Thickness | 4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#142259 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Engraving of the Carpathia rescuing Titanic passengers in lifeboats.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CARPATHIA
RESCUE
4.10 AM
15
APRIL
1912
RMS
TITANIC
CENTENARY
Engraver: Michael Guilfoyle
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 100th anniversary of the RMS Titanic's sinking and the rescue of its survivors by the Carpathia. The coin's design features an image of the Carpathia rescue ship, along with the dates "1912-2012" and the inscription "RMS Titanic Centenary - Carpathia Rescue." This coin serves as a poignant reminder of the tragic events that occurred a century ago and the heroic efforts of those who came to the aid of the Titanic's passengers.
