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© Ma collection de monnaies
50 Tene - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait; Hawksbill Turtle
| Copper-nickel | 13.60 g | 31.75 mm |
| Issuer | Cook Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1988-1994 |
| Value | 50 Cents (0.50 NZD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1972-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 13.60 g |
| Diameter | 31.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 May 2016 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#4163 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 18% |
Reverse
Hawksbill turtle right, denomination above
Script: Latin
Lettering: 50 TENE
Engraver: Horst Hahne
Edge
Segmented reeding
Comment
Hawksbill turtle (Binomial Name: Eretmochelys imbricata)Interesting fact
The Hawksbill Turtle featured on the coin is a species of sea turtle that is native to the Cook Islands and other parts of the Pacific Ocean. It's known for its distinctive shell, which is used to make tortoiseshell jewelry and other decorative items. The Hawksbill Turtle is also an important cultural symbol for the people of the Cook Islands, and it's often featured in local art and folklore.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1992 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1994 | 200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Tene - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait; Hawksbill Turtle) 1988-1994 coin.
