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1 Dollar - Elizabeth II 2nd Portrait; Waitangi Day, Silver Proof
1977 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.8 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1977 |
| Value | 1 Dollar (1 NZD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1967-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.8 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#56732 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 59% |
Reverse
Treaty House, legend and date above, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
WAITANGI DAY
6
February
TREATY HOUSE
WAITANGI
ONE DOLLAR
Designer: George James Berry
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The obverse of this crown-sized dollar coin commemorates the 25th anniversary of the accession of Elizabeth II on the 6th February 1952, upon the death of her father, King George VI. The reverse commemorates Waitangi Day, the national day of New Zealand, which marks the anniversary of the initial signing – on 6 February 1840 – of the Treaty of Waitangi, which is regarded as the founding document of the nation. The first Waitangi Day was not celebrated until 1934, and it was made a national public holiday in 1974.Issued as part of the annual seven coin proof set and also individually.
A copper-nickel version of the coin was also issued. (see link)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1977 New Zealand Silver Proof 1 Dollar coin is that it commemorates Waitangi Day, which is a significant national holiday in New Zealand that celebrates the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840 between the British Crown and Maori chiefs. The coin's design features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of a traditional Maori waka (canoe) on the other, symbolizing the partnership between the two cultures.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | 12000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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