Cook Islands 5 dollar Faith series Pope Visit in Mariazell silver coin 2007

Cook Islands 5 Dollars 2007 – Faith Series “Pope Visit in Mariazell” silver coin. This remarkable commemorative issue honors the historic visit of Pope Benedict XVI to the Austrian pilgrimage site of Mariazell in 2007, marking 850 years of devotion to Magna Mater Austriae. The coin beautifully reflects Christian heritage and spiritual tradition.

The obverse depicts the revered statue of the Virgin Mary of Mariazell, crowned and robed, surrounded by a radiant gilded halo with sharp sunburst rays. The Madonna holds the Child, both crowned, with detailed ornamental patterns across the mantle and small heraldic shields along the lower edge. On the left, three rectangular gemstones in red and clear tones are set vertically, symbolizing Austria’s national colors. The inscriptions include “MAGNA MATER AUSTRIAE,” the dates “1157” and “2007,” and the Latin phrase “BENEDICTUS PP. XVI IN CELLAM MARIAE.” A papal coat of arms appears to the right.

The reverse features the right-facing effigy of Queen Elizabeth II with the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” “COOK ISLANDS,” and “5 DOLLARS.” Struck in silver with proof quality, combining mirror fields, frosted relief, selective gilding, and gemstone inserts, this coin is a meaningful collectible for faith-themed and Vatican-related numismatics.

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