5 Cents - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; James Cook) 1978 front 5 Cents - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; James Cook) 1978 back
5 Cents - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; James Cook) 1978 photo
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5 Cents - Elizabeth II 2nd portrait; James Cook

1978 year
Copper-nickel 2.83 g 19.41 mm
Description
Issuer
Cook Islands
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1978
Value
5 Cents (0.05&nbspNZD)
Currency
Dollar (1972-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
2.83 g
Diameter
19.41 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1 May 2016
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#45799
Rarity index
69%

Reverse

Hibiscus flower, denomination below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5
FM
JB

Engraver: George James Berry

Edge

Smooth with inscription

Lettering: 1728·CAPT. JAMES COOK·1978

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a portrait of Captain James Cook on the other, making it a unique and interesting collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1978 FM 767 - - - - - -

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