Cook Islands 5 dollars Pope Visit in Turkey Red Cross gilded silver coin 2006

The Cook Islands 5 Dollars 2006 silver coin from the “Pope Visit in Turkey” series commemorates the historic meeting between Pope Benedict XVI and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I in Constantinople. This rectangular proof issue is distinguished by selective gilding and striking red crystal elements, symbolizing unity and faith.

The obverse presents a powerful gilded scene of Pope Benedict XVI and Patriarch Bartholomew I embracing in a gesture of reconciliation and Christian brotherhood. Above them appears the inscription “CONSTANTINOPOLIS MENSIS NOVEMBRIS MMVI.” To the left is a circular emblem with a cross set with red crystal inserts, while on the right a large red crystal cross dominates the composition. The names “BARTHOLOMAIOS I” and “BENEDICTUS XVI” are engraved below. The mirrored silver background enhances the contrast between frosted, gold-plated relief and vivid red stones.

The reverse features the right-facing portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” “COOK ISLANDS,” the denomination “5 DOLLARS,” and the year “2006,” all arranged within the rectangular frame.

Struck in fine silver with gilded details and red crystal inlays, this coin marks an important ecumenical event promoting dialogue between the Catholic and Orthodox Churches. A remarkable collectible for enthusiasts of religious history and symbolic commemorative coinage.

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