25 Dollars - Elizabeth II Trireme Galley
2005 year| Silver (.999) | 31.11 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Solomon Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 25 Dollars 25 SBD = USD 3.02 |
| Currency | Dollar (1977-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.11 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#80940 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Trireme Galley being rowed left with headland behind
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TRIREME GALLEY
25 DOLLARS
Edge
Milled
Comment
A triere, or trireme, the latter being the Latin name, is an ancient fighting galley, developed from the pentecontere. Shorter than its predecessor, it is a single-sailed vessel with 170 rowers in three rows, hence its name. ...h ttp://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trirème
Interesting fact
The Trireme Galley coin from Solomon Islands features a unique design, showcasing a trireme galley, a type of ancient warship used by the Greeks and Romans. The coin's design is inspired by a relief found on a ancient Greek coin, adding historical significance to the piece.
