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2016 Cook Island Shades of Nature Fighting Fish Silver Proof Coin

$105.00

Item specifics
Year of Issue:2016
Issuing Country:Cook Islands
Weight:25 Grams
Composition:.999 Silver
Mintage:2000
Denomination:$5
Finish:Proof, Silver Gilded
Diameter:38.61mm
Packaging:Display Box w/COA

Siamese fighting fish have traditionally been bred in Japan for centuries. The ornate males with their glamorous fins are status symbols which compete in exhibitions and championships. Nowadays, Siamese fighting fish are appreciated and kept worldwide.

Just like the first two coins of this series, the 2016 issue shows amazing detail by means of precision laser engraving. Furthermore, smartminting© has enabled a hitherto unknown interplay of finesse and high relief. It seems as if the fighting fish literally jumps out of the coin.