MYTHICAL TANIWHA Maori Kotahi Tara 1 Oz Silver Coin 1$ New Zealand 2017
This interesting Pure Silver coin features a dominant creature in many Maori legends, the taniwha. The coin has a Proof quality, 1 Ounce weight and it comes in an elegant display case featuring an intricate taniwha design, with an individually numbered Certificate of Authenticity. The face value is written in both English and Maori. Limited mintage to 1.500 pieces worldwide.
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€99.95
Data sheet
- Country
- New Zealand
- Year
- 2017
- Face Value
- 1 Dollar
- Metal
- Silver
- Fineness (purity)
- .999
- Weight (g)
- 31.1 (1 oz)
- Diameter (mm)
- 40
- Quality
- Proof
- Mintage (pcs)
- 1.500
- Certificate (COA)
- Yes
- Presentation case (box)
- Yes
- Weight range
- 1 oz - less than 2 oz
The coin's reverse features the taniwha, subject of many Maori myths and legends, portrayed emerging from turbulent waters which were said to be its favoured habitat. The ferocity and detailed characteristics of the taniwha have been beautifully illustrated by Dave Burke in this Silver Proof coin. In the top of the coin's reverse, the inscription: "Kotahi Tara" – the face value in Maori and on the bottom, the inscription: "One Dollar" – the face value in English. On the coin's obverse the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the inscriptions: "New Zealand" – the issue country and "2017" – the issue year.
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