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20 Dollars - Elizabeth II Posthumous; Antikythera Mechanism
2023 year| Gold plated silver (.999) | 93.3 g | 65 mm |
| Issuer | Cook Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2023 |
| Value | 20 Dollars 20 NZD = USD 12 |
| Currency | Dollar (1972-date) |
| Composition | Gold plated silver (.999) |
| Weight | 93.3 g |
| Diameter | 65 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#354109 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Antikythera Mechanism
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ANTIKYTHERA
20 23
MECHANISM
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the Antikythera Mechanism on its reverse side, which is considered to be one of the oldest known analog computers in the world. The Antikythera Mechanism was a device used by the ancient Greeks to calculate astronomical positions and predict eclipses, and its design and functionality have been the subject of much study and fascination among historians and scientists. The inclusion of this image on the coin adds an extra layer of historical and cultural significance to an already unique and valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 111 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Posthumous; Antikythera Mechanism) 2023 coin.
