© Rojomano
© Rojomano
50 Dollars - Elizabeth II Hernando Cortés
1988 year| Silver (.925) | 20.94 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Cook Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1988 |
| Value | 50 Dollars 50 NZD = USD 31 |
| Currency | Dollar (1972-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 20.94 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#71026 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HERNANDO CORTÉS
$50
FM
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features Hernando Cortés, a Spanish conquistador who led the expedition that conquered the Aztec Empire in 1521. The coin's design depicts Cortés in a traditional Aztec headdress, highlighting the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the Spanish conquest of Mexico. This coin is a unique representation of the complex history between Spain and the Aztecs, and it serves as a reminder of the significant impact that Cortés had on the region's history and culture.
