Cook Islands 5 dollars Patron Saints series St. Igor silver coin 2011

Cook Islands 5 Dollars 2011 “Patron Saints Series – St. Igor of Chernigov” silver Proof coin is a distinguished tribute to the princely martyr revered in Christian tradition. The reverse features a finely colored icon-style portrait of St. Igor set against a muted olive-gold background with a thin halo encircling his head. He is depicted wearing a dark princely cap and richly patterned garments in red and gold, covered by a light mantle adorned with ornamental motifs. In his right hand he holds a slender cross to his chest, symbolizing faith and martyrdom, while a sheathed sword is visible at his belt. Along the lower edge appears the Cyrillic inscription “Св. князь Игорь Черниговский” and the date 2011.

The obverse presents the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II in profile with a royal diadem, surrounded by the inscriptions “COOK ISLANDS,” “5 DOLLARS,” and “ELIZABETH II,” set against a mirror-like proof surface. St. Igor of Chernigov (12th century) is remembered for his humility and steadfast devotion. Struck in fine silver in Proof quality, this rectangular issue from the Patron Saints series unites sacred iconography and refined minting artistry, making it a meaningful addition to collections devoted to history and faith.

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