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20 Dollars - Elizabeth II El Dorado
| Issuer | Cook Islands |
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| Year | 2022 |
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| Value | 20 Dollars |
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| Obverse description | The obverse presents a highly sculptural, deeply struck composition in antiqued finish, depicting a Victorian-era explorer in top hat and overcoat standing atop a folded nautical map and navigational instruments, including a sextant and compass rose, all rendered in high relief. The map, partially unfurled across the lower field, incorporates an inset miniature portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, accompanied by the legends COOK ISLANDS and 20 DOLLARS. The series title EPIC PLACES is boldly inscribed in an architectural lettering style across the upper field, evoking cartographic imagery. The composition evokes the spirit of historical exploration and discovery, with the explorer gesturing as if consulting the instruments before him. The antiqued silver surfaces enhance the dramatic interplay of light and shadow across the three-dimensional design elements. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Edge | Reeded |
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