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500 Dollars - Elizabeth II Voyage of Discovery ND
1996 year| Gold (.500) | 19.81 g | 35.75 mm |
| Issuer | British Virgin Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 500 Dollars (500 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.500) |
| Weight | 19.81 g |
| Diameter | 35.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#67559 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Columbus' three ships crossing the Atlantic to America
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FM
$500
.500 FINE GOLD
VOYAGE OF DISCOVERY
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the "Voyage of Discovery," which refers to the historic voyage of Christopher Columbus's ship, the Santa Maria, that led to the European discovery of the Americas in 1492. The coin's design includes an image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of the Santa Maria on the other, along with an inscription of the coin's denomination and the year of issue. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with a limited mintage of only 5,000 coins, making it a sought-after piece for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
