© Lee Taylor
© Lee Taylor
10 Cents - Elizabeth II 250th Birth Anniversary James Cook
1978 year| Copper-nickel | 5.65 g | 23.6 mm |
| Issuer | Cook Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1978 |
| Value | 10 Cents (0.10 NZD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1972-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 5.65 g |
| Diameter | 23.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 May 2016 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#167750 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 72% |
Reverse
Orange, denomination above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10
JB
FM
Edge
Reeded, with plain lettered segment
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1728 CAPT.JAMES COOK 1978
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 250th anniversary of James Cook's birth, who was a British explorer and navigator who played a significant role in the discovery and mapping of the Pacific Islands, including the Cook Islands, which were named after him.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 FM | 767 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Cents - Elizabeth II (250th Birth Anniversary James Cook) 1978 coin.
