Cook Islands 5 dollars Mother of God Cathedral PR70 PCGS silver coin 2008

Cook Islands 5 Dollars 2008 “Mother of God Cathedral” is a magnificent proof silver coin dedicated to one of the most revered православных святынь Киева – the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Most Holy Mother of God in the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra. This issue continues the series devoted to the sacred landmarks of Kyiv.

The reverse presents a finely detailed architectural composition with colored golden domes, white cathedral walls, and surrounding monastery buildings. In the foreground, a small chapel structure and paved square are rendered in relief, while light clouds decorate the sky above. Along the upper rim runs the Cyrillic inscription “СВЯТО-УСПЕНСКАЯ КИЕВО-ПЕЧЕРСКАЯ ЛАВРА.” At the bottom, the inscription “СОБОР УСПЕНИЯ ПРЕСВЯТОЙ БОГОРОДИЦЫ” and the date “2008” complete the design, framed by a delicate beaded border.

The obverse features the right-facing portrait of Queen Elizabeth II with crown, inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” “COOK ISLANDS,” and denomination “5 DOLLARS.” Struck in fine silver in Proof quality, this coin is certified PCGS PR70 DCAM, indicating a perfect Deep Cameo example with mirrored fields and frosted relief. A refined collectible for admirers of religious architecture and world numismatics.

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