Cook Islands 5 dollars Meteorites Apollo Luna Space MS70 PCGS silver coin 2009

Cook Islands 5 Dollars 2009 “Apollo 11 & Luna III” is a remarkable silver issue dedicated to two milestones of space exploration – the American Apollo 11 mission and the Soviet Luna III spacecraft. Struck in 2009, this coin commemorates humanity’s first steps on the Moon and the first photographs of its far side.

The obverse features a highly detailed, textured lunar surface with a small embedded meteorite fragment set into the design, symbolizing cosmic origin. The relief map of the Moon dominates the field, while along the rim runs the inscription marking the anniversary of meteorite research. The reverse presents a darker, contrasting depiction of the Moon’s hidden hemisphere with the inscription “50th ANNIVERSARY OF LUNA III 1959–2009” and “THE DARK SIDE OF THE MOON,” emphasizing the historic achievement of capturing images of the unseen lunar side.

Struck in fine silver, this coin is certified PCGS MS70 – a perfect Mint State grade ensuring flawless preservation. Part of a space and meteorite themed program, it combines numismatics, astronomy, and history in one collectible piece. A superb choice for collectors of space exploration and certified world coins.

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