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50 Dollars - Elizabeth II Capt. James Cook
1989 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1 g | 38.8 mm |
| Issuer | Cook Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1989 |
| Value | 50 Dollars 50 NZD = USD 31 |
| Currency | Dollar (1972-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 38.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#86747 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Capt. James Cook seated front-left with map of the new world on his knees
Script: Latin
Lettering:
500 YEARS OF AMERICA 1492-1992
50 DOLLARS
Edge
Smooth with inscription
Lettering: CAPTAIN JAMES COOK ° DISCOVERER
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates Captain James Cook's voyage to the Cook Islands in 1769. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse side depicts Captain Cook's ship, the HMS Endeavour, anchored in the harbor of Avarua, the capital of the Cook Islands. The coin's design is a nod to the rich history and cultural heritage of the Cook Islands, and it is a rare and valuable collector's item for coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Capt. James Cook) 1989 coin.
