50 Dollars - Elizabeth II (3rd Century) 1997 front 50 Dollars - Elizabeth II (3rd Century) 1997 back
50 Dollars - Elizabeth II (3rd Century) 1997 photo

50 Dollars - Elizabeth II 3rd Century

1997 year
Silver (.925) 31.1 g 38.7 mm
Description
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
References
Numista
N#171606
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

A Roman family in front of Roman buildings

Script: Latin

Lettering:
3RD CENTURY
ROMAN
CITZENSHIP
GRANTED
TO
EVERY MAN
$50
FM

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 coins issued by the Cook Islands during the 1990s, making it a distinctive and sought-after collector's item.