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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 1020th anniversary of the Baptism of Russia
2008 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1 g | 38.61 mm |
| Location | Cook Islands |
|---|---|
| Issuing company | CIT |
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 5 Dollars 5 NZD = USD 3.11 |
| Currency | Dollar (1972-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#193850 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
A scene from the Baptism of Kievan Rus
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1020-ЛЕТИЕ КРЕЩЕНИЯ РУСИ
2008
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 1020th anniversary of the Baptism of Russia, which is a significant event in the country's history. The baptism of Prince Vladimir in 988 AD marked the official adoption of Christianity as the state religion of Kievan Rus', which laid the foundations for the development of Russian Orthodox Church and the country's cultural identity. The coin's design features an image of Elizabeth II on one side and a representation of the Baptism of Russia on the other, making it a unique and meaningful collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (1020th anniversary of the Baptism of Russia) 2008 coin.
