5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Captain Cook: Transit of Venus) 2018 front 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Captain Cook: Transit of Venus) 2018 back
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Captain Cook: Transit of Venus) 2018 photo
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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II Captain Cook: Transit of Venus

2018 year
Silver (.999) 31.1 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Cook Islands
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2018
Value
5 Dollars 5 NZD = USD 3.11
Currency
Dollar (1972-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
31.1 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#171967
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
THE TRANSIT OF VENUS
CAPTAIN COOK
1769

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 240th anniversary of Captain James Cook's observation of the Transit of Venus in 1769, which was a significant event in the history of astronomy and navigation. The coin's design features a depiction of Captain Cook and his ship, the HMS Endeavour, along with an image of the Transit of Venus. The coin's mintage was limited to 2,500 pieces, making it a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2018  500 - - - - - -

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