20 Cents - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait) 1987-1994 front 20 Cents - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait) 1987-1994 back
20 Cents - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait) 1987-1994 photo
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20 Cents - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait

 
Copper-nickel 11.31 g 28.52 mm
Description
Issuer
Cook Islands
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1987-1994
Value
20 Cents (0.20&nbspNZD)
Currency
Dollar (1972-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
11.31 g
Diameter
28.52 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1 May 2016
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#5751
Rarity index
17%

Reverse

Fairy Tern in flight to right, denomination below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
20
JB

Engraver: George James Berry

Edge

Reeded

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 Raphael Maklouf and features a more relaxed and friendly expression than other portraits of the Queen used on coins from other countries. This distinctive design element has made the coin popular among collectors and has contributed to its enduring popularity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1987  - - - - - -
1992  - - - - - -
1994  200 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Cents - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait) 1987-1994 coin.