50 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Pizarro) 1991 front 50 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Pizarro) 1991 back
50 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Pizarro) 1991 photo
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50 Dollars - Elizabeth II Pizarro

1991 year
Silver (.925) 31.10 g 38.86 mm
Description
Issuer
Cook Islands
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1991
Value
50 Dollars 50 NZD = USD 31
Currency
Dollar (1972-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
31.10 g
Diameter
38.86 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#120237
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Bust of helmed Pizarro looking right at left; crowned shield of arms at right. Denomination below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
500 YEARS OF AMERICA 1492-1992
50 DOLLARS

Edge

Smooth with inscription

Lettering: FRANCISCO PIZARRO * CONQUEROR OF INCA EMPIRE *

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro on the other. This design was created to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Pizarro's discovery of the Pacific Ocean. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1991  60000 - - - - - -

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