Cook Islands 2 dollars Marine Life Regal Angelfish colored silver coin 2002

The Cook Islands 2 Dollars 2002 “Marine Life – Regal Angelfish” colored silver coin is a vibrant issue from the Asian Wildlife Series, celebrating the beauty of tropical reef species. Struck in fine silver, this piece highlights the elegant Pygoplites diacanthus, one of the most recognizable and striking angelfish of the Indo-Pacific oceans.

The reverse features a detailed full-color depiction of the Regal Angelfish with its bold yellow, black, white, and blue vertical stripes, bright yellow tail, and delicately shaped fins. The fish swims above a coral reef formation rendered in natural tones, set against a soft blue marine background. Along the upper rim appears the inscription “Pygoplites Diacanthus,” accompanied by Chinese characters. The lower rim reads “Asian Wildlife Series,” while “1 oz 999 SILVER” and “2 DOLLARS” are placed along the sides. A dotted beaded border frames the design.

The obverse displays the crowned right-facing portrait of Queen Elizabeth II with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” “COOK ISLANDS,” and the year “2002.”

Struck in .999 fine silver with color application, this coin is an attractive collectible for enthusiasts of marine life, tropical fish, and wildlife-themed numismatics.

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