5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (77th Birthday of the Emperor)
Cook Islands • 5 Dollars • Silver (.999) • 2010
- Denomination
- 5 Dollars
- Issuer
- Cook Islands
- Struck
- 2010
- Composition
- Silver (.999)
- Currency
- Dollar
- Weight
- 31.1 g
- Diameter
- 38 mm
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Where it came from
This 5-dollar commemorative coin was issued by the Cook Islands in 2010 to mark the 77th birthday of Emperor Akihito of Japan. Such issues are common within the realm of numismatic collectibles, where small island nations frequently release themed legal tender to appeal to international collectors and commemorate major global milestones or international relations.
The coin follows a design philosophy common to commemorative bullion and collector pieces, focusing on portraiture and decorative motifs to honor a significant figure. While the specific designer is not widely documented in general numismatic archives, the piece reflects the aesthetic standards of coins produced for the Cook Islands during that era, characterized by detailed metallic reliefs and a celebratory tone intended for private collections rather than general circulation.
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