Cook Island 5 dollars Pope Visit in Bavaria gilded crystal proof silver 2006

The Cook Islands 5 Dollars “Pope Visit in Bavaria” silver coin, issued in 2006, is an impressive commemorative piece dedicated to the historic visit of Pope Benedict XVI to his native Bavaria. Struck for the Cook Islands with a face value of 5 dollars, this coin combines religious symbolism, architectural heritage, and refined modern minting techniques in a distinctive oval shape.

The reverse presents a richly detailed composition centered on Bavaria. On the right, the famous twin towers of the Frauenkirche Cathedral in Munich rise in high relief and are fully gilded, emphasizing their iconic status. On the left, a vertical list of Bavarian cities connected to the papal visit is engraved: München, Altötting, Regensburg, Marktl, and Freising. Each city name is paired with a rectangular crystal insert in blue or clear tones, creating a visual rhythm across the polished silver surface. Above, the Latin inscription “QUI CREDIT, NUMQUAM EST SOLUS” appears, while below runs “BENEDICTUS PP. XVI IN BAVARIAM MMVI.” A small papal coat of arms is placed centrally between the text and architecture.

The obverse features the right-facing portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, with inscriptions ELIZABETH II, COOK ISLANDS, and 5 DOLLARS, framed within the same elegant oval outline.

Struck in proof quality silver with selective gilding and crystal inserts, this 2006 issue is a meaningful collectible for those interested in papal history, Bavarian landmarks, and religious-themed world coins.

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