1 Dollar - Charles III Fuller Portrait - Wairarapa Dark Sky Reserve; Silver Proof
2024 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1035 g | 40 mm |
| Location | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Issuing institution | New Zealand Post |
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2024 |
| 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 | Coloured, Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#411927 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Glow in the dark depiction of the Wairarapa Dark Sky Reserve
Script: Latin
Lettering: WAIRARAPA DARK SKY RESERVE + ONE DOLLAR
Designer: Helen Perkins
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The dramatic night skies of Aotearoa, New Zealand are sought out and internationally celebrated for their pristine celestial displays, with locations across the country now firm astronomy-tourism destinations and more areas officially recognised by the International Dark-Sky Association.
This coin set celebrates the beautiful vistas of deep dark and light in the southern skies, protected and enjoyed by many in Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Highlights
- Two complementary coins showing contrasting night skies
- Features Wairarapa Dark Sky Reserve and Southern Lights
- Obverse features portrait of King Charles III by Stephen Fuller
- Each coin is minted from 1oz of 0.999 silver
- Designed by Helen Perkins, NZ Post, Wellington, New Zealand
- Low worldwide limited mintage of 500 sets.
Dark Skies
In January 2023, the Wairarapa Dark Sky Association successfully achieved its long-held goal of being granted certification for a new International Dark Sky Reserve in the Wairarapa region of the North Island. Covering 3,665 square kilometres of land, the new reserve is now protected for people to enjoy and learn about the night skies. This coin features a stunning image of the starry night sky that’s possible to see thanks to the reserve.
Interesting fact
The 1 Dollar - Charles III (Fuller Portrait - Wairarapa Dark Sky Reserve; Silver Proof) 2024 coin is a non-circulating coin made of silver (.999) and weighs 31.1035 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Wairarapa Dark Sky Reserve in New Zealand, which is a protected area known for its exceptionally clear and dark skies, making it an ideal location for stargazing and astronomy. The coin's design incorporates an image of the reserve's observatory, surrounded by stars and other celestial elements, making it a truly unique and collectible piece for coin enthusiasts and astronomy buffs alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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