5 Tala - Elizabeth II (Portuguese Escudo) 2002 front 5 Tala - Elizabeth II (Portuguese Escudo) 2002 back
5 Tala - Elizabeth II (Portuguese Escudo) 2002 photo
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5 Tala - Elizabeth II Portuguese Escudo

2002 year
Silver (.999) 31.1 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Tokelau (New Zealand)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2002
Value
5 Tala 5 NZD = USD 3.08
Currency
Dollar of New Zealand (1978-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
31.1 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#54687
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Escudo coin image and Belem in Lisbon

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FINAL ISSUE OF THE PORTUGUESE ESCUDO
$ 5 LIMA TALA

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Tala - Elizabeth II (Portuguese Escudo) 2002 coin from Tokelau (New Zealand) is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed specifically for this coin. The portrait was created by the artist Ian Rank-Broadley, who is known for his depictions of the Queen and other members of the British royal family. The coin's design also includes an image of a traditional Tokelauan canoe, which adds to its cultural significance and connection to the island nation.