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5 Dollars Telescope - Hans Lippersheg
2008 year| Silver (.925) | 25 g | 38.61 mm |
| Location | Palau |
|---|---|
| Issuing company | CIT |
| Period | Republic (1992-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 5 Dollars (5 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar of the United States (1992-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#20947 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Hans Lippersheg, lens insert
Lettering:
400 YEARS OF TELESCOPE
1608
2008
HANS LIBBERSHEG
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Antique FinishInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 5 Dollars (Telescope - Hans Lippersheg) 2008 made of Silver (.925) weighing 25 g is that it features a unique design that highlights the contributions of Hans Lippersheg, a Dutch spectacle maker who is credited with inventing the first practical telescope in 1608. The coin's design includes an image of Lippersheg's telescope, along with other astronomical symbols and elements that reflect the theme of exploration and discovery. This coin is a great example of how numismatics can be used to celebrate important historical figures and events, while also showcasing the artistic and technical skills of coin designers and minting processes.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1608 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Dollars (Telescope - Hans Lippersheg) 2008 coin.
