© Nuno Cabelo
© Nuno Cabelo
10 Dollars - Elizabeth II Belém Tower
2010 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Cook Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2010 |
| Value | 10 Dollars 10 NZD = USD 6.22 |
| Currency | Dollar (1972-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#287302 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Belem Tower
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PORTUGAL - BELÉM TOWER
WORLD
MONUMENTS
10 DOLLARS
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Tower of Belém was built on the banks of the Tagus, in the freguesia of Santa Maria de Belém, between 1514 and 1519 by King Manuel I of Portugal to guard the entrance to the port of Lisbon. It was of great importance in the age of European discovery, serving both as a fortress and as the port of origin for Portuguese explorers to establish what would be Europe's first trade with China and India. It was inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List in 1983, together with the Hieronymite Monastery. (Source : www.wikipedia.org)
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and the iconic Belém Tower in Lisbon, Portugal on the other. The tower is a symbol of Portugal's rich history and culture, and its inclusion on the coin highlights the country's connection to the Cook Islands. Additionally, the coin's made of .999 silver, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Belém Tower) 2010 coin.
