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  • 50 Dollars 2021, Niue, Elizabeth II, Lotus Flower
  • 50 Dollars 2021, Niue, Elizabeth II, Lotus Flower
Description

Designer: Eric Maillard

Obverse

Third crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the George IV State Diadem.

The George IV State Diadem, officially the Diamond Diadem, is a type of crown that was made in 1820 for King George IV. The diadem is worn by queens and queens consort in procession to coronations and State Openings of Parliament. The piece of jewellery has been featured in paintings and on stamps and currency. It can be seen in the Queen's Gallery at Buckingham Palace.

Engraver: Raphael David Maklouf

NIUE ELIZABETH II 2021
50 DOLLARS

Reverse

Depicts a unique reference number and a lotus flower, a symbol of beauty, purity and elegance. It's also a charming nod to the Pacific islands to which the island of Niue belongs. Located in the heart of the Pacific between Tonga, Samoa and Cook, the island is part of the Commonwealth.

999.9 FINE GOLD
1
/2 oz DV0001
HALF OUNCE

Edge

50 Dollars

3rd portrait, Half-Ounce Gold Proof Coin
KM#
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Gold
Fineness 0.9999
Weight 15.63 g
Diameter 25.25 mm
Thickness 1.62 mm
Shape round
Alignment -

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