5 Cents - Elizabeth II (4th portrait) 2010 front 5 Cents - Elizabeth II (4th portrait) 2010 back
5 Cents - Elizabeth II (4th portrait) 2010 photo
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5 Cents - Elizabeth II 4th portrait

2010 year
Copper plated steel 6.15 g 21.7 mm
Description
Issuer
Cook Islands
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2010
Value
5 Cents 0.05 NZD = USD 0.031
Currency
Dollar (1972-date)
Composition
Copper plated steel
Weight
6.15 g
Diameter
21.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#21476
Rarity index
26%

Reverse

Hawaiian Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) Flower, also known as the Chinese Hibiscus or China Rose

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5
2010

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which was designed specifically for the Cook Islands. The 4th portrait of Queen Elizabeth II was created by sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley and was used on many commemorative coins issued by the Cook Islands and other Commonwealth countries. The use of this portrait on the 5 cents coin from the Cook Islands adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to the design, making it stand out from other coins in the series.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2010  25000 - - - - - -

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