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250 Dollars - Elizabeth II James Cook
1978 year| Gold (.900) | 17.9 g | 32.5 mm |
| Issuer | Cook Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1978 |
| Value | 250 Dollars 250 NZD = USD 155 |
| Currency | Dollar (1972-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 17.9 g |
| Diameter | 32.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#104848 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Bust of James Cook to left above value and metal fineness.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CAPTAIN JAMES COOK · 250th ANNIVERSARY OF BIRTH
900/1000 FINE GOLD
· 250 DOLLARS ·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1978 Cook Islands $250 Elizabeth II (James Cook) gold coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 200th anniversary of Captain James Cook's visit to the Cook Islands in 1778. The coin's obverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse depicts a map of the Cook Islands and a representation of Captain Cook's ship, the HMS Resolution. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 FM | 200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 250 Dollars - Elizabeth II (James Cook) 1978 coin.
