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| Issuer | Government of the Cook Islands |
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| Year | 2016 |
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| Reference(s) | KM#2339 |
| Obverse description | Circular raised medallion set within the rectangular planchet, featuring the right-facing effigy of Queen Elizabeth II after Ian Rank-Broadley's fourth definitive portrait, showing the Queen wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara. The legend ELIZABETH II arcs along the left, COOK ISLANDS along the right, with 2016 and 1/4 DOLLAR inscribed below the portrait. The engraver's initials IRB appear beneath the truncation of the neck. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | Full-color photographic print applied to the rectangular field, depicting the iconic snow-capped summit of Mount Fuji rising above a calm lake, whose still surface reflects the mountain's image in mirror symmetry. Cherry blossom branches extend into the composition from the upper left and lower right corners, framing the scene in a classically Japanese aesthetic. The vivid blue sky and serene lake waters rendered in striking color contrast sharply with the snow-white peak, evoking the celebrated beauty of Japan's most recognizable natural landmark. |
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