© Coinsberg
© Coinsberg
50 Dollars - Elizabeth II English seaman Sir Martin Frobisher
1993 year| Silver (.925) | 31.1 g | 38.7 mm |
| Issuer | Cook Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1993 |
| 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#171587 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Sir Martin Frobisher
Script: Latin
Lettering:
500 YEARS OF AMERICA 1492-1992
50 DOLLARS
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the voyage of English seaman Sir Martin Frobisher, who led an expedition to the Cook Islands in 1576. The coin's design includes an image of Frobisher's ship, the "Gabriel," as well as a map of the Cook Islands and a depiction of a local canoe. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item for those interested in numismatics and maritime history.
