50 Dollars - Elizabeth II 1st Century
1997 year| Silver (.925) | 31.1 g | 38.7 mm |
| Issuer | Cook Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 50 Dollars 50 NZD = USD 31 |
| Currency | Dollar (1972-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 38.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#171611 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Nativity scene
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1ST CENTURY
THE
BIRTH OF
CHRISTIANITY
$50
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed specifically for the Cook Islands. The portrait was created by sculptor and engraver, Ian Rank-Broadley, and it shows the Queen wearing a crown and a necklace that is adorned with a large pearl. This design was only used on a few commemorative coins issued by the Cook Islands during the 1990s, making it a distinctive and sought-after collector's item.
