1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (2nd Portrait; Commonwealth Games, Silver Proof) 1974 front 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (2nd Portrait; Commonwealth Games, Silver Proof) 1974 back
1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (2nd Portrait; Commonwealth Games, Silver Proof) 1974 photo
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1 Dollar - Elizabeth II 2nd Portrait; Commonwealth Games, Silver Proof

1974 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
New Zealand
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1974
Value
1 Dollar 1 NZD = USD 0.62
Currency
Dollar (1967-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#183449
Rarity index
70%

Reverse

Square emblem flanked by athletes, legend around, denomination below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
X BRITISH COMMONWEALTH GAMES CHRISTCHURCH
·ONE DOLLAR·

Edge

Reeded

Comment

This crown-sized sterling silver).925) dollar coin was issued to commemorate the Tenth Commonwealth Games held in Christchurch in 1974.

It was included in the seven coin 1974 Year Proof Set


 It was also issued in a plush blue box individualy.

A copper-nickel version of the coin was also issued (See link)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1974 New Zealand Commonwealth Games Silver Proof $1 coin is that it features a unique reverse design that commemorates the 1974 Commonwealth Games held in Christchurch, New Zealand. The reverse depicts a sprinter crossing the finish line, surrounded by a wreath of leaves, while the obverse features the second portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. This coin was minted in a limited quantity of 20,000 pieces, making it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and sports enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1974  10000 - - - - - -

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