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© Yurek70
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II Mandrill
1992 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Cook Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1992 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#210402 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Mandrill right, denomination below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ENDANGERED WILDLIFE
5 DOLLARS
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Mandrill coin, issued in 1992, is a unique and interesting coin from the Cook Islands. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a Mandrill, a species of primate, on the other. The Mandrill is native to the African continent and is known for its brightly colored fur and distinctive facial features, which are prominently displayed on the coin's design. This coin is a great example of how numismatics can combine art, nature, and history in a single piece.
