Cook Islands 1 $ Antonov Ukraine Planes AN-124 Condor gilded silver coin 2008

The Cook Islands 1 Dollar silver coin issued in 2008 is dedicated to one of the most iconic achievements of Ukrainian aviation engineering — the Antonov AN-124 “Condor.” This impressive aircraft, recognized worldwide for its extraordinary size and cargo capacity, is celebrated here in an artistic and highly detailed numismatic form.

The reverse features a dynamic image of the Antonov AN-124 shown in flight, with its massive fuselage and wide wingspan dominating the composition. The aircraft is partially gilded, creating a striking contrast against the mirror-like silver background. Visible details include the engines, landing gear housings, structural lines of the wings, and the aircraft designation “AN-124 CONDOR” placed along the upper rim. Decorative linear elements beneath the wings enhance the sense of motion, while the Antonov emblem appears below the aircraft, completing the aviation theme.

The obverse displays a refined right-facing portrait of Queen Elizabeth II wearing a crown and jewelry, surrounded by the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” “ONE DOLLAR,” “COOK ISLANDS,” and the year “2008.” The fields are polished, highlighting the frosted portrait and inscriptions.

The Antonov AN-124 is one of the largest production cargo airplanes in history, designed in Ukraine and widely used for transporting oversized and heavy cargo worldwide. Struck in silver with selective gilding and finished in proof quality, this coin is a remarkable tribute to aviation history and a standout piece for collectors of aircraft, transport, and modern commemorative coinage.

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