1 Dollar - Charles III Fuller Portrait - Piwakawaka
2023 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1035 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2023 |
| Value | 1 Dollar 1 NZD = USD 0.62 |
| Currency | Dollar (1967-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.1035 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#395074 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
A coloured piwakawaka with fanned out tail feathers, sitting on a branch
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ONE DOLLAR
PĪWAKAWAKA · RHIPIDURA FULIGINOSA
Designer: Julian Hindson
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The pīwakawaka is fantail species found only in Aotearoa New Zealand. Its distinctive ‘cheet cheet’ call is a common feature of forests and backyards all over the country.
The pīwakawaka (known by 20 or 30 other names) also has an important place in Māori mythology: it is said be responsible for the presence of death in the world. The demigod Māui, believing he could give mankind everlasting life by entering the goddess of death through the pathway of birth, was thwarted when the pīwakawaka woke. The goddess, Hine-nui-te-pō, was so angry with Māui that she ended his life by crushing him between her legs. Although not to be feared, it can be interpreted as a sign of a death to come.
Highlights
- Designed by New Zealand artist Julian Hindson
- Each coin is minted from 1oz of 0.999 silver
- Low worldwide mintage of 999 coins
- Presented in an elegant display case with a certificate of authenticity.
Design
Pīwakawaka have two colour morphs: pied and black. The pied pīwakawaka is the more common and more widely distributed form, and is featured on this coin. The stunning portrait of the pīwakawaka is by New Zealand artist Julian Hindson, the coin’s designer. The branch the bird perches on is raised and frosted. An effigy of His Majesty King Charles III designed by New Zealander Stephen Fuller features on the obverse.
Interesting fact
The 1 Dollar - Charles III (Fuller Portrait - Piwakawaka) 2023 coin from New Zealand features a unique design that showcases the Piwakawaka, also known as the New Zealand fantail, on the reverse side. The Piwakawaka is a small bird that is native to New Zealand and is known for its distinctive fan-shaped tail. The coin's design highlights the bird's beauty and significance in New Zealand's culture and natural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 999 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Dollar - Charles III (Fuller Portrait - Piwakawaka) 2023 coin.
