5 Tene - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; Royal Wedding) 1981 front 5 Tene - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; Royal Wedding) 1981 back
5 Tene - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; Royal Wedding) 1981 photo
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5 Tene - Elizabeth II 2nd portrait; Royal Wedding

1981 year
Copper-nickel 2.83 g 19.41 mm
Description
Issuer
Cook Islands
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1981
Value
5 Cents (0.05&nbspNZD)
Currency
Dollar (1972-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
2.83 g
Diameter
19.41 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1 May 2016
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#60958
Rarity index
68%

Reverse

Hibiscus, denomination below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5
FM
JB

Engraver: George James Berry

Edge

Smooth with inscription

Lettering: THE ROYAL WEDDING 29 JULY 1981

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the royal wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer, which took place on July 29, 1981. The coin's design features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and the royal couple on the other. It was minted in copper-nickel and has a weight of 2.83 grams.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1981 FM 1100 - - - - - -

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