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1/2 Dollar - Elizabeth II John Paul II
| Issuer | Niue |
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| Year | 2008 |
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| Technique | Milled, Colored |
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| Obverse description | Right-facing crowned effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, wearing the George IV State Diadem with elaborate detail, hair styled in curled coils with a drop earring visible. The legend ELIZABETH II curves along the upper border, while HALF DOLLAR appears in two lines to the right of the portrait. The issuer name NIUE and the date 2008 are inscribed along the lower border. The design is executed in high relief against a frosted rectangular field with reeded outer edges. |
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| Reverse description | Full-color photographic portrait of Pope John Paul II depicted in white papal vestments, right hand raised in a gesture of apostolic blessing and left hand resting upon his chest, with a gold pectoral cross visible. The image is reproduced in vivid color inlay occupying the central rectangular field, surrounded by an ornate silver-toned decorative scroll border. The overall composition conveys a devotional character commemorating the pontificate of Karol Wojtyla. |
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| Edge | Reeded |
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