50 Dollars Discovery STS
1998 year| Silver | 31.1 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Marshall Islands |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1979-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 50 Dollars (50 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1986-date) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#174895 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Friendship 7 and Discovery STS-95 take off, date right, denomination bottom
Lettering:
FRIENDSHIP 7•1962•DISCOVERY STS-95•1998
FIFTY DOLLARS
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Discovery STS-95 coin from the Marshall Islands features a unique design that showcases the first space shuttle mission to dock with the International Space Station. The coin's obverse side features the Marshall Islands' national emblem, while the reverse side depicts the space shuttle Discovery and the International Space Station in orbit. This coin is a fascinating piece of space history and a great addition to any space-themed coin collection.
