50 Dollars Kitty Hawk
1993 year| Silver | 31.1 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Marshall Islands |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1979-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1993 |
| Value | 50 Dollars (50 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1986-date) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#174821 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Planes flying in the air, denomination right, date below
Lettering:
FLIGHT AT KITTY HAWK
FIFTY DOLLARS
1903 • 1993
Interesting fact
The Kitty Hawk $50 coin from the Marshall Islands, minted in 1993, features a unique design that showcases the Wright brothers' historic flight. The coin's reverse side depicts the Wright brothers' plane, the Wright Flyer, in flight, while the obverse side bears an image of the two brothers themselves. This coin is particularly interesting because it commemorates a significant event in aviation history, and its design is a nod to the innovation and progress that the Wright brothers represents. Additionally, the fact that it's made of silver and weighs 31.1 grams adds to its value and collectibility.
