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 500 Dollars - Elizabeth II Ferdinand Magellan
1997 year| Platinum (.999) | 14.74 g | 25.8 mm | 
|   Issuer   |  Cook Islands | 
|---|---|
|   Queen   |  Elizabeth II (1952-2022) | 
|   Type   |  Non-circulating coin | 
|   Year   |  1997 | 
|   Value   |  500 Dollars 500 NZD = USD 311 | 
|   Currency   |  Dollar (1972-date) | 
|   Composition   |  Platinum (.999) | 
|   Weight   |  14.74 g | 
|   Diameter   |  25.8 mm | 
|   Shape   |  Round | 
|   Technique   |  Milled | 
|   Updated   |  2024-10-04 | 
|   Numista   |  N#71290 | 
|---|---|
|   Rarity index   |  97% | 
Reverse
Two sailing ships.
Script: Latin
 Lettering: 
 FERDINAND MAGELLAN
 $500
 .999 PLATINUM
 FM 
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a portrait of Ferdinand Magellan on the other. This is a rare design element for a coin, as it honors two historical figures on opposite sides of the coin. Additionally, the coin's platinum composition and limited mintage of 1,000 pieces make it a highly sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 FM | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Ferdinand Magellan) 1997 coin.