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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II The Orb of England

Issuer Central Bank of Solomon Islands
Year 2002
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Obverse description Right-facing draped bust of Queen Elizabeth II wearing the George IV State Diadem, as sculpted by Raphael David Maklouf. The legend 'ELIZABETH II' runs along the left rim and 'SOLOMON ISLANDS' along the right rim, with the date '2002' positioned in the lower field. The portrait presents the Queen in a mature, regal style with pearl drop earrings and a necklace visible, set against a mirror-polished proof field.
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Reverse description Central depiction of the Sovereign's Orb, a principal element of the British Crown Jewels, shown in high relief with ornate beaded and floral band decoration around its equator and surmounted by a jewelled cross pattée. The orb is set against a stylised architectural background evoking the vaulted arches of Westminster Abbey. The denomination '5 DOLLARS' appears in two lines to the upper right of the field, while a small orb hallmark is visible to the lower left.
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Mintage 2002 - Proof - 2,000
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