5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Vasco da Gama) 2015-2016 front 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Vasco da Gama) 2015-2016 back
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Vasco da Gama) 2015-2016 photo
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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II Vasco da Gama

 
Silver (.999) 62.206 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Niue
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
2015-2016
Value
5 Dollars 5 NZD = USD 3.08
Currency
Dollar of New Zealand (1987-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
62.206 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#131379
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Vasco da Gama in rowboat.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VASCO DA GAMA
2 oz 999 FINE SILVER

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design that showcases a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, along with an image of Vasco da Gama, a famous Portuguese explorer who was the first to navigate a route from Europe to India in 1498. The coin's design is meant to commemorate the 500th anniversary of da Gama's voyage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2015  2000 - - - - - -
2016  2000 - - - - - -

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 (Vasco da Gama) 2015-2016 coin.