2025 Cook Islands Leon 1/2 Gram Gold

Our sixth issue in the "Numismatic Icons" series features a beautiful lion, representing the animal of the god Apollo. Apollo was not only the god of the arts, healing, and light, but also the patron god of the colonies. The majestic lion represents strength, protection, and divine guidance. The coin recounts the importance of Leontini as an agricultural center and the colony's close connection to Apollo.

The lion, as a symbol of the god, underscores the divine patronage of the colony, while the barleycorn alludes to the prosperity and fertility of the region. The CI ciphers mimic the ancient Greek tradition of marking the coin's origin. As always, the issue includes three stunning specifications in silver and gold.

Specifications

•  Mintage: 5,000
•  Metal: Gold
•  Weight: 1/2 gram
•  Purity: .9999
•  Size: ~12mm
•  Face Value: $5 Dollars
•  Country of Issue: Cook Islands