Cook Islands 5 dollars Patron Saints series St. Dimitriy silver coin 2012

Cook Islands 5 Dollars 2012 “Patron Saints Series – St. Dimitriy Donskoy” silver Proof coin honors one of the most celebrated princely figures and defenders of faith in medieval Rus’. The reverse features a finely colored icon-style portrait of St. Dimitriy against a luminous golden background with a circular halo. He is shown wearing a red princely cap and a dark mantle over richly toned garments. His right hand is raised in a gesture of blessing, while his left hand rests upon the hilt of a sheathed sword, symbolizing courage and righteous leadership. Along the lower edge appears the Cyrillic inscription “Св. князь Димитрий Донской” and the date 2012.

The obverse displays the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II in profile with a royal diadem, surrounded by the inscriptions “COOK ISLANDS,” “5 DOLLARS,” and “ELIZABETH II” on a mirror-like proof field. Dmitriy Donskoy (1350–1389) is remembered for his leadership at the Battle of Kulikovo, a pivotal moment in history, and is revered as a saint. Struck in fine silver in Proof quality, this rectangular issue from the Patron Saints series combines sacred iconography with refined minting craftsmanship, making it a meaningful addition for collectors of historical and religious themes.

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