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20 Dollars - Elizabeth II Shiva
2020 year| Silver (.999) | 93.3 g | 50.0 mm |
| Issuer | Cook Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2020 |
| Value | 20 Dollars 20 NZD = USD 12 |
| Currency | Dollar (1972-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 93.3 g |
| Diameter | 50.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#198144 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: SHIVA
Edge
Plain
Comment
Shiva is known as "The Destroyer" within the Trimurti, the Hindu trinity that includes Brahma and Vishnu. In the Shaivism tradition, Shiva is one of the supreme beings who creates, protects and transforms the universe. It is described as one of the supreme, yet Shiva is revered along with Vishnu and Brahma. A goddess is stated to be the energy and creative power of each, with Parvati the equal complementary partner of Shiva. He is one of the five equivalent deities in Panchayatana puja of the Smarta tradition of Hinduism.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique depiction of Queen Elizabeth II, with her head adorned with a crown designed to resemble the Hindu deity Shiva. This unusual design was likely chosen to highlight the cultural and religious diversity of the Cook Islands, a nation with a diverse population that includes people of various faiths and backgrounds.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 333 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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