© Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
© Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
50 Dollars - Elizabeth II Ferdinand Magellan
1997 year| Gold (.5833) | 4.60 g | 20.9 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 | Gold (.5833) |
| Weight | 4.60 g |
| Diameter | 20.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#200351 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ferdinand Magellan
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FERDINAND MAGELLAN
$50
14 KT.
FM
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the voyage of Ferdinand Magellan, a Portuguese explorer who led the first expedition to circumnavigate the globe in the early 16th century. The coin's design includes an image of Magellan's ship, the Victoria, and a map of the world showing the route of his voyage. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
