2 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Mikhail Lermontov) 2012 front 2 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Mikhail Lermontov) 2012 back
2 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Mikhail Lermontov) 2012 photo
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2 Dollars - Elizabeth II Mikhail Lermontov

2012 year
Silver (.999) 31.1 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Niue
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2012
Value
2 Dollars 2 NZD = USD 1.23
Currency
Dollar of New Zealand (1987-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
31.1 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#241366
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Mikhail Lermontov

Script: Latin

Lettering:
POETS
OF THE
GOLDEN AGE
MIKHAIL
LERMONTOV
1814-1841

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Mikhail Lermontov coin is a unique piece as it features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and the Russian poet Mikhail Lermontov on the other. This coin is a rare example of a coin that honors a literary figure from a different country. It's also interesting to note that Niue, a small island nation in the Pacific, has a diverse range of coin designs that often feature famous historical figures, landmarks, and cultural icons from around the world.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2012  8000 - - - - - -

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