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2016 5 oz Silver Cook Islands Mother of Pearl Lunar Monkey Coins

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Zodiac-inspired coin designs are among the most popular products in the precious metals industry right now. Launched for the first time by the Perth Mint in 1996, today there are bullion and proof coin, as well as bullion bar, products available in Lunar Series ranges that include silver, gold, and platinum products. Right now, Silver.com offers the unique 2016 5 oz Silver New Zealand Mother of Pearl Monkey coin.

Coin Highlights:

  • Total mintage limited to just 888 coins in total by the New Zealand Mint!
  • Fifth in the series of Mother of Pearl finished Lunar coins.
  • Arrives in a presentation-themed box, with a Certificate of Authenticity from the mint.
  • Consists of five troy ounces of .999 fine silver.
  • Issued a face value of $25 and is considered legal tender in the Cook Islands.
  • Features the latest Year of the Monkey design.

The New Zealand Mint has been producing Lunar Series coins since 2012. While the primary focus of production is on bullion and proof versions of the coin, that same year the mint began introducing an entirely unique product for collectors.

The 2016 5 oz Silver New Zealand Mother of Pearl Monkey coin combines the beauty of mother of pearl in a coin with a design that focuses on the latest animal represented in the Chinese lunar calendar.

On the obverse side of the coin is the common image used on all New Zealand Mint products, that of Queen Elizabeth II. Featured in right-profile relief and created in 1998 by Ian Rank-Broadley, Her Majesty’s effigy is surrounded by engravings that include her name, the nation of issue, and the year of issue.

The reverse features a brilliant mother of pearl finish at the core of the coin, giving the Year of the Monkey design a striking finish. The image created for the Year of the Monkey includes a family of three monkeys, with a mom, dad, and young monkey featured in the design. Engravings read “Year of the Monkey” and “25 Dollars.”

The New Zealand Mint is a privately-owned entity operating in the capital of Auckland. The mint is not affiliated with the central government, which receives all of its coinage and currency from the Royal Canadian Mint and Royal Mint.

If you have questions, Silver.com associates have answers. Please feel free to reach out to us at 888-989-7223, connect with us online using our live web chat, or send us an email with your questions.

Additional information

Weight 5.00000 oz

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Brand: New Zealand Mint

Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated

Mint: New Zealand Mint

Silver Content: 5 Troy Ounce

Thickness: 2.3 mm

Diameter: 40.5 mm

Purity: .999 Fine Silver

Images shown are examples only. Actual item appearance is subject to change, but will always correlate with title and description.

Lowest Price: $343

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