Cook Islands 1 dollar Year of the Snake Green Snake proof silver coin 2013

The Cook Islands 1 Dollar “Year of the Snake” proof silver coin, issued in 2013, is an elegant rectangular collectible dedicated to the Snake, one of the most symbolic animals of the Chinese Lunar Calendar. The Snake represents wisdom, intuition, transformation, and quiet strength, making this coin especially appealing to collectors drawn to zodiac themes and refined modern minting.

The reverse features a finely detailed green snake gracefully coiled across a polished silver surface. Its elongated body forms smooth curves, with carefully textured scales, a clearly defined head, expressive eyes, and a subtle forked tongue. The snake is set against an engraved background of traditional Chinese scenery, including stylized clouds, tree branches, leaves, rocks, and ornamental patterns. Chinese characters appear on the left side of the design, reinforcing the lunar theme. The contrast between frosted engravings, mirror-like fields, and selective color application creates a sophisticated and harmonious visual effect.

The obverse displays the crowned portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, surrounded by the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” “COOK ISLANDS,” the denomination “1 DOLLAR,” and the year “2013.” The clean layout and reflective proof finish highlight the precision of the strike and the clarity of the inscriptions.

Struck in fine silver with proof quality, this coin is part of the popular Lunar Calendar series. Its distinctive rectangular format, artistic design, and cultural symbolism make it a desirable addition to collections focused on zodiac animals, Asian-inspired art, or modern world silver coins.

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