New Zealand 1965 Half Crown and Penny - Prooflike Strikes in Mint State

New Zealand 1965 Half Crown and Penny - Prooflike Strikes in Mint State

2014 Year of the Horse 1 oz Silver Proof Coin New Zealand Mint

ABOUT THE 2014 YEAR OF THE HORSE 1 OZ SILVER COIN

The Horse is the seventh animal in the twelve year Zodiac cycle. Exciting and extroverted, vivid and animated, those born during the Year of the Horse are the life of any party they attend. They are bursting with energy, always looking for the next place to kick up their heels and hang loose. New Zealand Mint is happy to release three beautiful Lunar coins to celebrate the Year of the Horse 2014.  

REVERSE DESIGN

This depicts a powerful image of a pair of stunning, pure white horses, captured mid stride in high quality colour. Sunken into this image is the Chinese character for Horse. This image is set against a mirror finish background and encircled by an ornately engraved border design including the words 2014 Year of the Horse.

 

OBVERSE DESIGN

This features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

 

PACKAGING

The 2014 Year of the Horse 1 oz Silver Coin is packaged inside an elegant wooden coloured, lacquered coin box. This sits inside a pure white outer case, matching the colour of the white horses of this coin. The Certificate of Authenticity is displayed inside the inner packaging.

Specifications:

Metal999 Fine Silver
FinishProof
Diameter40.5 mm
EdgeMilled
Denomination$2
Year of Issue2014
Weight1 Troy oz

Birds of the Pacific Islands 1oz Silver Three Coin Set

 

About the Birds of Pacific Islands 3 x 1 oz Silver Coin Set

 

There are between 20,000 and 30,000 islands situated throughout the Pacific Ocean.

 

The existence of so many islands has created enormous opportunities for evolutionary development due to selective breeding. The result is a fantastic array of birdlife on islands throughout the Pacific, where birds have evolved into slightly different forms resulting in unique and endemic species.

 

New Zealand Mint is releasing this beautiful three Coin Set to celebrate these iconic birds of the Pacific.

 

Reverse Designs

Niue: This coin face features a high quality colour image of the Pacific Pigeon, Ducula pacifica, or ‘Lupe’ in Niuean.

 

This bird is generally acknowledged to be the most widely recognised endemic bird species on Niue. To its left is the Fiti Pua, Fagraea berteroana, the flower of Niue, and the Niuean coat of arms.

 

Fiji:  This coin face features the vibrant colours of the Collared Lory, Phigys solitaries, the National bird of Fiji.

 

Also featured is the native Tagimoucia Flower, Medinilla waterhousei, endemic to the highland rainforests of the Fijian Islands, only growing at an altitude of over 600 metres (656 yards). Above this is the official Fijian National Coat of Arms.

 

Pitcairn Island: 

This final coin features the Henderson Island Fruit Dove, Ptilinopus insularis, an iconic bird endemic to the Pitcairn Islands and listed as vulnerable by the IUCN.

 

Below this is the native Yellow Fautu, Abutilon pitcairnense, a critically endangered perennial plant once thought to be extinct until a single plant was discovered in 2003. All elements are set against a finely engraved Pacific Island background, flowing across all three coins and their timber surround.

 

Obverse Designs

Niue: Features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Fiji: Features the Fijian National Coat of Arms.

Pitcairn Island: Features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. 

 

Packaging

The Birds of the Pacific Islands 3 x 1 oz Silver Coin Set is packaged in a natural-looking wooden coin holder, displaying the 3 coins side by side. The coin holder sits inside a wooden inner case, which is decorated with pacific-style engravings. The inner case sits inside a pacific themed white outer packaging. A Certificate of Authenticity is displayed inside the inner packaging. 

 

 

Technical Specifications:

 

Metal 999 Fine Silver
Finish Proof / Coloured
Diameter 51 mm x 30 mm
Edge Plain
Denomination $2
Year of Issue 2013
Mintage 3,000
Weight1 Troy oz

Piranha - Real River Monsters 1oz Silver Coin

ABOUT THE REAL RIVER MONSTERS -  PIRANHA COIN

A real river monster, the Piranha is an omnivorous, freshwater fish that inhabits South American rivers and is known for its sharp teeth and voracious appetite for meat. 

There are various legends about Piranhas such as how they can dilacerate a human body or cattle in seconds. New Zealand Mint is releasing this striking 1 oz Silver coin, which features a contrast of relief engraving and high quality colour. 

REVERSE DESIGN

This striking coin features a contrast of relief engraving and high quality colour. A Red-Bellied Piranha swims aggressively out of the coin while others swim in the background. z

Spanning the coin is a tear symbolizing the power and aggression of this species, while also dividing the water from a polished mirror surface against which is set the engraved words Real River Monsters Piranha.

OBVERSE DESIGN

This features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

PACKAGING

The Real River Monsters Piranha 1 oz 999 Fine Silver coin is packaged in a classic matte black coin gift box and an outer packaging which features an underwater river scene. When opened, the coin and Certificate of Authenticity are displayed. 

Technical Specifications:

Metal999 Fine Silver
FinishProof / Coloured
Diameter40.7 mm
EdgeMilled
Denomination$2
Year of Issue2013
Mintage3000
Weight1 oz

2014 $8 Year Of The Horse 5oz Silver Proof With Selective Gold Plating Niue Legal Tender

Capturing the strength, movement and grace of this majestic animal, the reverse is distinguished by a magnificent design of three horses in full-stride, complemented by a distinguished representation of the traditional Chinese character for the word ‘horse’.

 According to the Lunar Zodiac tradition, those born in the Year of the Horse are often seen as generous, fun and decisive, with a relaxed attitude, a sharp mind and a penchant for travel.

 Measuring a gigantic 65mm in diameter, and struck from a full five troy ounces of .999 fine silver, this official $8 legal tender issue forms a truly magnificent tribute to the upcoming year in the Chinese Lunar Calendar.

Selectively gold-plated, to highlight the powerful galloping horse motif, the coin is beautifully presented within a superbly crafted timber case, and is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity confirming the extremely exclusive nature of this memorable release.

 The worldwide mintage is strictly limited to a mere 500, which, once the quality of the strike and the strong lunar theme are taken into account, means that this coin is set to be a galloping success!

Feng Shui - Cranes Silver One Ounce Proof Coin - New Zealand Mint

About The Coin

Humans have always seen birds as symbols of inspiration and freedom. The ability to fly and to soar high up in the sky is closely associated in Feng Shui with the ability to serve as messengers from heaven. Birds are considered powerful symbols of new opportunities that are there for you, even in times of adversity. Their songs are inspirational in their beauty and complexity, which adds the primal power of sound to this Feng Shui symbol. 

Images of Cranes may often be found in Feng Shui clothing or art. Known as the prince of all birds, the Crane has come to symbolize longevity, energy and even immortality because of its long lifespan and untiring strength in flight. In ancient Chinese legends, Cranes carried the spirits of the departed to heaven. Thus, the symbol of cranes is used in Feng Shui to bring the energy of a long, noble and peaceful life that will eventually lead the human soul to heaven.

Reverse 

This delightful coin shows two Cranes captured against a mirror finish, proof quality background with one bird looking upwards, symbolizing authority and wisdom. As in traditional Chinese paintings, these cranes are surrounded by reeds and pine tree branches representing constant friendship. Both Cranes are also shown in the wild, illustrating their freedom and endless opportunity to develop.

Obverse

The coin’s obverse features the Raphael Maklouf effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Packaging

The Feng Shui Cranes 1 oz 999 Pure Silver Coin is packaged inside a beautifully decorated lacquered red wooden box, which sits inside an outer box featuring an ancient ornate Chinese-style design. When the inner packaging is opened, the 1 oz coin and Certificate of Authenticity are displayed. 

Specifications:

Metal999 Fine Silver
FinishProof
Diameter40.7 mm
EdgeMilled
Denomination$2
Year of Issue2013
Mintage8000
Weight1 Troy oz 

The Land Down Under – Captain James Cook 2013 1/4oz Gold Proof Coin

• Proof Quality 99.99% Pure Gold
• Stunning Reverse Design
• Australian Legal Tender
• Australian Map-Shaped Display Case
• Numbered Certificate of Authenticity
• Extremely Limited Mintage – 1,000

The third design from the iconic Land Down Under program depicts famed explorer, Captain James Cook. Captain Cook’s place in Australian history cannot be underestimated.  On his first voyage alone, he charted thousands of miles of Australia’s coastline with astonishing accuracy.  He is remembered as a courageous individual and one of the foremost navigators of his age.

PROOF QUALITY 99.99% PURE GOLD

The Land Down Under – Captain James Cook 2013 1/4oz coin is struck from 99.99% pure gold in proof quality.

STUNNING REVERSE DESIGN

The coin’s reverse depicts a seated portrait of Captain Cook with HMS Bark Endeavour in the background.  The inscription THE LAND DOWN UNDER and The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark also appear in the design. 

AUSTRALIAN LEGAL TENDER

Issued as Australian legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965, the coin’s obverse depicts the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the year-date and the monetary denomination.

AUSTRALIAN MAP-SHAPED DISPLAY CASE

Housed in a unique Australian map-shaped latex case with a stylised shipper, this beautiful coin is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

EXTREMELY LIMITED MINTAGE

The Perth Mint will release no more than 1,000 of these Captain James Cook 1/4oz Gold Proof Coins from The Land Down Under series.

Technical Specifications:

Gold Content (Troy oz)	0.25
Monetary Denomination (AUD)	25
Fineness (% purity)	99.99
Minimum Gross Weight (g)	7.777
Maximum Diameter (mm)	20.60
Maximum Thickness (mm)	2.00
Maximum Mintage	1,000
Designer	Tom Vaughan