Cook Islands 20 dollars Canaletto Art Return of the Bucintoro silver coin 2011

The 2011 Cook Islands 20 Dollars silver coin from the prestigious “Masterpieces of Art” series honors Canaletto’s grand Venetian masterpiece Return of the Bucintoro. This refined issue captures the ceremonial splendor of Venice and transforms an iconic 18th-century cityscape into a striking collectible work of art.

The obverse displays a detailed right-facing portrait of Queen Elizabeth II wearing a crown and earrings, surrounded by the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” “COOK ISLANDS,” and the denomination “20 DOLLARS.” The reverse presents a vivid color reproduction of the famous scene: elegant gondolas with rowers and passengers glide across calm blue waters, while the magnificent Bucintoro state barge approaches the waterfront. The majestic palace façade and tall bell tower rise in the background beneath a soft sky. The design is framed by architectural motifs resembling stone arches, the inscription “MASTERPIECES OF ART” above, crystal inserts set along the upper and lower borders, and the date “2011” with the name “CANALETTO” below.

Struck in silver with a proof finish, this coin beautifully combines maritime history, Venetian architecture, and fine art. A distinguished addition for collectors of art-themed and world commemorative coins.

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