1 Dollar – New Zealand
Non-circulating coins
Commemoration: Tangaroa; Guardian of the Ocean
New Zealand
Context
Material
Diameter: 40 mm
Weight: 31.1 g
Silver weight: 31.07 g
Shape: Round
Composition: 99.9% Silver
Standard: Silver ounce
Magnetic: No
Alignment: Medal alignment
flip
References
Numista: #364969
Value
Exchange value: 1 NZD = $0.60
Bullion value: $88.63
Inflation-adjusted value: 1.11 NZD
Obverse
Description:
Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara. Legend surrounds, date below.
Inscription:
NEW ZEALAND
.999 Ag 1oz
ELIZABETH II
2021
IRB
.999 Ag 1oz
ELIZABETH II
2021
IRB
Script: Latin
Designer: Ian Rank-Broadley
Reverse
Description:
This pūhoro-style design depicts the realm of Tangaroa, ocean guardian. A central whale—considered a descendant of Tangaroa and a protector of sailors—symbolizes the safe passage of ancestors to New Zealand. Surrounding waves teem with sea creatures.
Inscription:
ONE DOLLAR - KOTAHI TARA
TANGAROA - GUARDIAN OF THE OCEAN
TANGAROA - GUARDIAN OF THE OCEAN
Translation:
ONE DOLLAR - KOTAHI TARA
TANGAROA - GUARDIAN OF THE OCEAN
TANGAROA - GUARDIAN OF THE OCEAN
Script: Latin
Designer: KE Design
Edge
Reeded
Categories
| Animal> Fish |
| Animal> Marine invertebrate |
| Animal> Marine mammal |
| Geography> Sea |
| Mythology |
Mints
| Name | Mark |
|---|---|
| B. H. Mayer Kunstprageanstalt | — |
Mintings
| Year | Mint Mark | Mintage | Quality | Collection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | — | 400 | BU |
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