Cook Islands, Elizabeth II, Silver 1 Dollar, 28.28g

The Cook Islands Silver 1 Dollar, 2002 is a beautifully struck proof commemorative coin within original coin capsule issued under the authority of the Cook Islands. Minted in .925 sterling silver, it weighs 28.28 grams (containing approximately 26.16 grams or 0.841 troy oz of pure silver) and measures 38.61 mm in diameter. The obverse features the crowned portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley with the inscription "ELIZABETH II · COOK ISLANDS · 2002". The reverse showcases a finely detailed depiction of an ancient city viewed through torn parchment or scrollwork, creating a striking three-dimensional artistic effect. Finished to proof quality with frosted relief against mirror-like fields, this coin is highly appealing to collectors of modern world silver commemoratives.