100 Dollars - Elizabeth II (80th Birthday of the Emperor)
Cook Islands • 100 Dollars • Gold (.9999) • 2013
- Denomination
- 100 Dollars
- Issuer
- Cook Islands
- Struck
- 2013
- Composition
- Gold (.9999)
- Currency
- Dollar
- Weight
- 15.55 g
- Diameter
- 32 mm
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Where it came from
This 100 Dollar gold coin was issued by the Cook Islands in 2013 to commemorate the 80th birthday of Emperor Akihito of Japan. The coin belongs to a series of commemorative numismatic issues produced by various small nations to mark international milestones and royal celebrations. These coins are typically minted to collector-grade standards, often featuring proof finishes and high-purity precious metals intended primarily for the global collector market rather than for circulation.
The design highlights the traditional portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, who serves as the formal head of state for the Cook Islands, on the obverse. The reverse reflects the celebratory theme of the Emperor's milestone, adhering to the standard aesthetic conventions of commemorative coinage. Such pieces are designed to appeal to numismatists interested in royal themes and international diplomatic history, reflecting the specific niche of commemorative bullion-style issues that bridge the gap between investment assets and commemorative tokens.
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