2023 Cook Islands 2 oz Silver Historic Instruments Astrolabe
2023 Cook Islands 2 oz Silver Historic Instruments; Astrolabe. The COTY (Coin of the Year) Awards for 2023-dated coins feature an impressive lineup of 100 coins, with 10 outstanding coins in each of 10 specific categories. The judging process has already begun, with over 100 experts casting their ballots to select one winner in each category. Following this, the same expert panel will conduct a second round of voting to determine the overall Coin of the Year, the most distinguished coin among the category winners. The Astrolabe was nominated for the Best Crown coin of 2023.
The Best Crown category in the COTY Awards honors coins that are chosen for their exceptional quality, beauty, and significance, making them standout pieces in the world of numismatics. These are typically larger coins, often with a diameter of around 38-42 mm, and are usually made from precious metals such as silver, but sometimes gold or other metals. Low mintage of only 1,500 coins. Comes in a box in the original capsule with a certificate of authenticity. Obverse: Displays a profile portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.Included are images of a globe, stars, planets, the moon, sun and other historic instruments. Reverse: Features the image of an Astrolabe, an early scientific instrument. Each design element represents tools used to calculate many different problems including altitude above the horizon, identify stars, determine local latitude and many more. Thank you for stopping in and looking at one of our items, and hope you enjoy what we have to offer. We are a small family-owned business and would love to earn your business.
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