© Gerald Moore
© Gerald Moore
100 Kina - Elizabeth II Queen Alexandra Butterfly
1992 year| Platinum (.995) | 9.7 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Papua New Guinea |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1975-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1992 |
| Value | 100 Kina 100 PGK = USD 25 |
| Currency | Kina (1975-date) |
| Composition | Platinum (.995) |
| Weight | 9.7 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Heptagonal (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#122120 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Queen Alexandra butterfly (world's largest species)
Script: Latin
Lettering: K100
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 100 Kina - Elizabeth II (Queen Alexandra Butterfly) 1992 coin from Papua New Guinea is that it features a unique butterfly design on the reverse side, which is meant to symbolize the Queen Alexandra's Birdwing, a species of swallowtail butterfly found in Papua New Guinea. The butterfly's wings are depicted in intricate detail, with the coin's platinum finish giving it a shimmering, lifelike quality. This design is not only visually striking but also holds cultural significance, as the Queen Alexandra's Birdwing is considered a symbol of beauty and grace in Papua New Guinea.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 5500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Kina - Elizabeth II (Queen Alexandra Butterfly) 1992 coin.
