5 Dollars - Elizabeth II Waldseemüller

Reverse

Waldseemüller map

Script: Latin

Lettering:
Waldseemüller
Universalis Cosmographia Unno 1507
Historical
maps

Comment

Waldseemüller's planisphere, published under the direction of cartographer Martin Waldseemüller in Saint-Dié-des-Vosges in 1507, contains the first mention of the word "America" (francized as Amérique), a name given in honor of explorer Amerigo Vespucci, on a map entitled "Universalis Cosmographia". It is accompanied by a booklet containing a treatise on geography, Cosmographiae Introductio. (Source : www.wikipedia.org)

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Le planisphère de Waldseemüller, publié sous la direction du cartographe Martin Waldseemüller à Saint-Dié-des-Vosges en 1507, contient la première mention du mot « America » (francisé comme Amérique), nom donné en l'honneur de l'explorateur Amerigo Vespucci, sur une carte intitulée « Universalis Cosmographia ». Il est accompagné d'un livret contenant un traité de géographie, Cosmographiae Introductio. (Source : www.wikipedia.org)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Waldseemüller) 2018 made of Silver (.999) weighing 30 g is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 500th anniversary of the Waldseemüller map, which was the first known map to depict the Americas and was created by German cartographer Martin Waldseemüller in 1507. The coin's design showcases a portion of the map, highlighting the Americas and the Pacific Ocean, surrounded by intricate engravings and details. This coin is a rare and beautiful collector's item for anyone interested in history, cartography, or numismatics.

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