20 Dollars - Elizabeth II (5th Century) 1997 front 20 Dollars - Elizabeth II (5th Century) 1997 back
20 Dollars - Elizabeth II (5th Century) 1997 photo

20 Dollars - Elizabeth II 5th Century

1997 year
Silver (.925) 31.88 g 38.8 mm
Description
Issuer
Cook Islands
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1997
Value
20 Dollars 20 NZD = USD 12
Currency
Dollar (1972-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
31.88 g
Diameter
38.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#332003
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Destruction of Rome scene

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5TH CENTURY
$20
DESTRUCTION OF
ROMAN EMPIRE
FM

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, depicting her in a traditional Polynesian headdress and necklace, which was designed specifically for this coin by the Cook Islands artist, Tania Tupou. This distinctive design element sets the coin apart from other coins featuring the Queen's likeness and highlights the cultural exchange and collaboration between the Cook Islands and the United Kingdom.