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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II Pultusk Meteorite
2008 year| Palladium plated silver (.925) (with original piece of meteorite) | 25 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Cook Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 5 Dollars 5 NZD = USD 3.11 |
| Currency | Dollar (1972-date) |
| Composition | Palladium plated silver (.925) (with original piece of meteorite) |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#49709 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Earth and Meteorite fragment inser
Lettering:
METEORITE FALL 1868
PULTUSK
2008
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it contains an original piece of the Pultusk Meteorite, which is a rare and unique feature for a coin. The Pultusk Meteorite is a meteorite that fell in Poland in 1868, and it is known for its distinctive regmaglypts, which are thumbprint-like indentations that are formed when the meteorite is ablated as it passes through the atmosphere. The inclusion of a piece of this meteorite in the coin makes it a truly special and collectible item for coin enthusiasts and meteorite enthusiasts alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Pultusk Meteorite) 2008 coin.
