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2 Cents - Elizabeth II 2nd portrait
| Bronze (97% Copper, 2.5% Zinc, 0.5% Tin) | 4.15 g | 21.08 mm |
| Issuer | Cook Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1972-1983 |
| Value | 2 Cents (0.02 NZD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1972-date) |
| Composition | Bronze (97% Copper, 2.5% Zinc, 0.5% Tin) |
| Weight | 4.15 g |
| Diameter | 21.08 mm |
| Thickness | 1.68 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 May 2016 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#4155 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
Pineapples, denomination at right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2
FM
JB
Engraver: George James Berry
Edge
Plain
Comment
Pineapple (Binomial Name: Ananas comosus)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which was designed specifically for the Cook Islands. The portrait was created by sculptor Arnold Machin and shows the Queen with a more relaxed and friendly expression than other portraits used on coins at the time. This design was used on the Cook Islands' 2 cent coin from 1972 to 1983 and has become a popular collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | 17000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1973 | 13000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1974 | 7300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1975 | 129000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1975 FM | 2251 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 FM | 1066 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 FM | 1002 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1979 FM | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1983 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Cents - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait) 1972-1983 coin.
