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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II Atiu Swiftlet
1977 year| Silver (.500) | 27.3 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Cook Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1977 |
| Value | 5 Dollars 5 NZD = USD 3.11 |
| Currency | Dollar (1972-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 27.3 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#17670 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 65% |
Reverse
Atui Swiftlets
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIVE DOLLARS
Engraver: George James Berry
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1977 Cook Islands $5 Elizabeth II (Atiu Swiftlet) silver coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Atiu Swiftlet, a small bird that is native to the Cook Islands. The coin's design highlights the bird's distinctive swiftlet nest, which is made from saliva and is used as a food source for the bird's young. This unique design feature makes the coin stand out from other coins and highlights the rich biodiversity of the Cook Islands.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 FM | 4032 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Atiu Swiftlet) 1977 coin.
