5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Eagle owl) 1991 front 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Eagle owl) 1991 back
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Eagle owl) 1991 photo
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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II Eagle owl

1991 year
Copper-nickel 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Cook Islands
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1991
Value
5 Dollars 5 NZD = USD 3.11
Currency
Dollar (1972-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#214490
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Eagle owl

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ENDANGERED WILDLIFE
5 DOLLARS

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1991 Cook Islands $5 Elizabeth II (Eagle Owl) coin is made of copper-nickel and weighs 28.28 grams, which is unusual for a coin of its denomination. Most coins of this value and era are made of a lighter material, such as cupro-nickel or aluminum bronze. The use of copper-nickel gives the coin a distinctive weight and feel, making it stand out from other coins in circulation.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1991  9500 - - - - - -

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