5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Orpheus) 2009 front 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Orpheus) 2009 back
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Orpheus) 2009 photo

5 Dollars - Elizabeth II Orpheus

2009 year
Gold (.999) 0.5 g 11 mm
Description
Issuer
Cook Islands
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2009
Value
5 Dollars 5 NZD = USD 3.11
Currency
Dollar (1972-date)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
0.5 g
Diameter
11 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#233763
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ORPHEUS
5
DOLLARS

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Orpheus) 2009 coin from Cook Islands is that it features a unique design that showcases the mythological figure of Orpheus, who is known for his beautiful music and his ability to charm animals and even make rocks move. The coin's design is inspired by ancient Greek art and mythology, and it is a rare and unique representation of this mythological figure on a coin.