Cook Islands 5 dollars Mikhailovsky Monastery proof silver coin 2009

Cook Islands 5 Dollars 2009 “Mikhailovsky Golden-Domed Monastery” is a beautiful proof silver coin dedicated to one of the most significant Orthodox landmarks of Kyiv. This issue honors the historic St. Michael’s Golden-Domed Monastery, an architectural and spiritual symbol of Ukraine.

The reverse features a detailed colored depiction of the monastery complex with its brilliant golden domes, blue-and-white cathedral walls, bell tower, and surrounding buildings. The sky above is decorated with light clouds, while the foreground shows a paved square rendered in fine relief. Along the upper rim appears the Cyrillic inscription “ПРАВОСЛАВНЫЕ СВЯТЫНИ КИЕВА” (Orthodox Shrines of Kyiv). At the bottom, the inscription “МИХАЙЛОВСКИЙ ЗЛАТОВЕРХИЙ МОНАСТЫРЬ” and the date “2009” complete the design. A decorative beaded border frames the composition.

The obverse displays the right-facing portrait of Queen Elizabeth II with crown, inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” “COOK ISLANDS,” and the denomination “5 DOLLARS,” along with the designer’s initials. Struck in fine silver in Proof quality, the coin combines mirror fields and frosted relief for strong visual contrast. A meaningful collectible for admirers of architecture, religion, and world numismatics.

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