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20 Dollars - Elizabeth II Dolphins

Issuer Cook Islands
Year 1998
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Currency Dollar (1972-date)
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Obverse description Right-facing effigy of Queen Elizabeth II wearing the George IV State Diadem, pearl drop earring, and necklace, as modelled by engraver Raphael David Maklouf (third portrait). The legend 'ELIZABETH II' arcs along the upper left rim and 'COOK ISLANDS' along the upper right rim, with the date '1998' positioned at the base of the coin. The portrait is rendered in high relief against a mirror-polished field, consistent with proof-quality striking.
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Obverse lettering ELIZABETH II COOK ISLANDS RDM 1998
Reverse description Two dolphins depicted in dynamic motion, their bodies arcing in opposite directions to form a circular composition at the centre of the coin. A small mint mark appears at the upper centre of the field. The legend 'TWENTY DOLLARS' runs along the left rim and '999.9 GOLD 1/5th OZ' along the right rim, with the denomination '$20' inscribed at the base. The design conveys fluid movement and is executed in frosted relief against a polished proof field.
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