Cook Islands 50 dollars John Davis Strait Ship PR67 PCGS silver coin 1992

The Cook Islands 50 Dollars silver proof coin issued in 1992 commemorates John Davis and his exploration of the Davis Strait, one of the significant northern sea routes of early transatlantic navigation. This impressive issue belongs to the renowned “500 Years of America 1492–1992” commemorative series, honoring key voyages and geographic discoveries connected with the Age of Exploration.

The reverse presents a detailed maritime composition. A textured map segment of the North Atlantic region is shown with intersecting navigation lines, symbolizing early cartography and sea routes. The inscription “DAVIS STRAIT” is engraved across the mapped coastline. To the right, a fully rigged sailing ship advances across stylized waters, its sails filled and masts sharply defined. The legends “500 YEARS OF AMERICA 1492–1992” and “50 DOLLARS” frame the design.

The obverse features the right-facing portrait of Queen Elizabeth II wearing an ornate crown adorned with crosses and floral motifs, along with earrings and a necklace. Surrounding inscriptions read “ELIZABETH II,” “COOK ISLANDS,” and the date “1992.” Struck in silver with a deep cameo proof finish and certified PCGS PR67DCAM, this coin offers strong frosted devices and mirror-like fields. An excellent addition for collectors of maritime history and certified world silver coinage.

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