50 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Buffalo) 1990 front 50 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Buffalo) 1990 back
50 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Buffalo) 1990 photo
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50 Dollars - Elizabeth II Buffalo

1990 year
Silver (.925) 19.4 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Cook Islands
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1990
Value
50 Dollars 50 NZD = USD 31
Currency
Dollar (1972-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
19.4 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Thickness
1.77 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#67968
Rarity index
77%

Reverse

Buffalo, denomination below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ENDANGERED WORLD WILDLIFE
· 50 DOLLARS ·

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1990 Cook Islands $50 Elizabeth II (Buffalo) silver coin is that it features a unique reverse design that showcases a buffalo, which is not a common motif on coins. The buffalo is depicted in a naturalistic pose, with its head lowered and its horns prominent, giving the coin a distinctive and memorable look. This design choice was likely intended to highlight the wildlife and natural beauty of the Cook Islands, and it adds a touch of uniqueness to the coin.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1990 PM 25000 - - - - - -

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