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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II Alvaro Mendana de Neyra
1994 year| Silver (.500) | 10 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Solomon Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1994 |
| Value | 5 Dollars 5 SBD = USD 0.60 |
| Currency | Dollar (1977-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#211747 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Alvaro Mendana de Neyra
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ALVARO MENDANA DE NEYRA
5 DOLLARS
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Álvaro de Mendaña y Neira was a Spanish navigator and explorer. He was the first European explorer to meet and establish contact with Polynesian populations. He was married to Isabel Barreto, herself a navigator and explorer (Source: www.wikipedia.org).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a picture of Alvaro Mendana de Neyra, a Spanish explorer who was the first European to discover the Solomon Islands, on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number produced, making it a sought-after piece among numismatists and collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Alvaro Mendana de Neyra) 1994 coin.
