© Coinsberg
© Coinsberg
5 Kina - Elizabeth II New Parliament Building
1984 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Papua New Guinea |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1975-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1984 |
| Value | 5 Kina 5 PGK = USD 1.25 |
| Currency | Kina (1975-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#82166 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
New Parliament House, value above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
K5
PARLIAMENT HOUSE
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The impressive Parliament Haus was officially opened in 1984 with Prince Charles on hand. The main building is in the style of a Maprik, or Sepik-style, haus tambaran, while the attached, circular cafeteria building follows Highland design principles. The facade is quite stunning, with a mosaic featuring unmistakably PNG motifs.The cavernous lobby is entered through doors whose handles are stylised kundu drums (an hourglass-shaped drum with lizard skin). Inside, a towering wood carving represents the four regions of PNG, while several glass displays showcase the nation’s wondrous insect life, including the native Queen Alexandra’s Birdwing (the world’s largest with a 30cm wingspan).
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/papua-new-guinea/port-moresby/sights/architecture/parliament-haus#ixzz3xhQM6XQe
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Kina - Elizabeth II (New Parliament Building) 1984 coin from Papua New Guinea is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse side depicts the New Parliament Building in Port Moresby, the capital city of Papua New Guinea. The building is an important symbol of the country's political history and its struggle for independence. The coin's design serves as a reminder of the country's rich cultural heritage and its connection to the British Commonwealth.
