Cook Islands 5 Dollars Ivan Fedorov Book Printing 1510-1583 silver coin 2010

Cook Islands 5 Dollars 2010 – Ivan Fedorov 1510–1583 silver commemorative coin. This impressive issue honors Ivan Fedorov, one of the pioneers of book printing in Eastern Europe and a key figure in the development of Slavic typography. His contribution to publishing and education shaped cultural history for centuries.

The obverse presents a finely detailed depiction of Ivan Fedorov standing beside an early printing press. He holds a freshly printed sheet in one hand, while the other rests near an open book placed on a wooden stand. Behind him appears a background of old Cyrillic script, emphasizing the literary theme. A small framed inscription with the date “1510–1583” is shown near his shoulder, and the year 2010 is placed at the bottom. The engraving captures his long beard, traditional robe, belt, and thoughtful expression with remarkable precision.

The reverse features the right-facing effigy of Queen Elizabeth II wearing a crown, surrounded by the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” “COOK ISLANDS,” and “5 DOLLARS.” Struck in silver with proof-like contrast between mirror fields and frosted relief, this coin is a meaningful collectible dedicated to printing history, literature, and cultural heritage.

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