Cook Islands 1/2 dollar 50 cents Cartoons Garfield Cat PR67 PCGS CuNi coin 1999

The Cook Islands 50 Cents “Garfield” cartoon coin, issued in 1999, is a playful and highly collectible proof coin celebrating one of the most recognizable comic strip characters in the world. Featuring Garfield, the iconic lazy and sarcastic cat created by Jim Davis, this coin perfectly blends pop culture charm with official numismatic craftsmanship.

The reverse showcases a full-color depiction of Garfield standing upright with folded arms, wearing his signature smug expression. His rounded body, half-closed eyes, thick tail, whiskers, and striped fur are instantly recognizable and carefully rendered. The character name “GARFIELD” appears vertically to the right, while the inscription “HALF DOLLAR” curves along the lower edge. The smooth background highlights the colored artwork, giving the design a clean and bold appearance that emphasizes the cartoon theme.

The obverse features the right-facing portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” “COOK ISLANDS,” and the year “1999.” A dotted border encircles the design, adding a classic coinage touch that contrasts nicely with the modern pop-art reverse.

Struck in copper-nickel with proof quality and certified by PCGS as PR67 DCAM, this coin offers strong eye appeal and official third-party authentication. Combining nostalgia, licensed cartoon artwork, and limited-year issue status, this Garfield coin is an excellent addition to collections focused on cartoons, pop culture, or modern world coinage.

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