100 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Commonwealth of Nations) 1979 front 100 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Commonwealth of Nations) 1979 back
100 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Commonwealth of Nations) 1979 photo
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100 Dollars - Elizabeth II Commonwealth of Nations

1979 year
Gold (.900) 9.6 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Cook Islands
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1979
Value
100 Dollars 100 NZD = USD 62
Currency
Dollar (1972-date)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
9.6 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#60751
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Tangaroa head left divides denomination, circle surrounds.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS
900/1000 FINE GOLD
FM

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed specifically for the Commonwealth of Nations. The portrait was created by sculptor and engraver, Raphael Maklouf, and it shows the Queen wearing a crown and a necklace that includes the symbols of the Commonwealth nations. This design was used on several coins issued by the Cook Islands in 1979, and it has become a distinctive feature of this particular coin.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1979 FM 3367 - - - - - -

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