5 Dollars Pearl Oyster

€56,134.00
IssuerCIT
Year2011
TypeNon-circulating coin
Value5 Dollars (5 USD)
CurrencyDollar of the United States (1992-date)
CompositionSilver (.999)
Weight25.0 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueOther (Shell with a pearl (38.0 × 30.0 mm))
Milled
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#374
Obverse descriptionOn the obverse of this oyster-shaped coin, there is a stylized composition including a shield with Neptune holding his trident, a mermaid by his side and an open treasure chest. The upper part of the coin comprises the inscription indicating the name of the issuing country. Below the composition, there is the legend denoting the face value of the Palau coin.
Obverse script
Obverse letteringREPUBLIC OF PALAU RAINBOW`S END 5$
Reverse descriptionThe reverse design features a real pearl embedded at the bottom of it. The convex hologram and the shell shape make this release one of the most extraordinary coins in the world.
Reverse script
Reverse lettering2011
Edge
Mint
Mintage2011  - Proof - 2 000
Catalog ID5964302950
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