30 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Captain Cook and the HMS Resolution) 2018 front 30 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Captain Cook and the HMS Resolution) 2018 back
30 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Captain Cook and the HMS Resolution) 2018 photo
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30 Dollars - Elizabeth II Captain Cook and the HMS Resolution

2018 year
Gold (.9999) plated silver (.9999) 62.69 g 50 mm
Description
Issuer
Canada
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2018
Value
30 Dollars 30 CAD = USD 22
Currency
Dollar (1858-date)
Composition
Gold (.9999) plated silver (.9999)
Weight
62.69 g
Diameter
50 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#394624
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Mowachaht beach keeper in foreground greets Captain Cook & HMS Resolution sailing into Nootka Sound.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
30 DOLLARS CANADA
NH
1778-
2018

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 240th anniversary of Captain James Cook's voyage to the Pacific Ocean on board the HMS Resolution. The coin's design features a depiction of Captain Cook and the HMS Resolution, as well as a map of the Pacific Ocean with the route of Cook's voyage highlighted. This coin is a unique and meaningful way to celebrate the historic voyage and its significance in the history of exploration.