1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait; Gymnast) 1989 front 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait; Gymnast) 1989 back
1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait; Gymnast) 1989 photo
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1 Dollar - Elizabeth II 3rd Portrait; Gymnast

1989 year
Copper-nickel 27.216 g 38.735 mm
Description
Issuer
New Zealand
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1989
Value
1 Dollar 1 NZD = USD 0.62
Currency
Dollar (1967-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
27.216 g
Diameter
38.735 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#13920
Rarity index
47%

Reverse

Sequenced image of gymnast on balance beam, legend around, denomination below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
XIVth Commonwealth Games, Auckland
1 Dollar

Designer: Xiao Wang

Edge

Reeded

Comment

This crown-sized dollar coin was issued in 1989 as part of a four coin series to commemorate the 14th Commonwealth Games held in Auckland in 1990.

The four coins were issued individually in small plastic pouches. (35,000 copies) (See links for other coins in the series)


A Sterling Silver Proof version of the coin was also issued (see link).

Interesting fact

The 1989 New Zealand $1 coin featuring Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait; Gymnast) is interesting because it was part of a special collection commemorating the 100th anniversary of women's suffrage in New Zealand. The coin's design features a depiction of a female gymnast, symbolizing the strength and empowerment of women. This coin was not circulated and was only available as a collector's item, making it a unique and valuable addition to any coin collection.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1989  35000 - - - - - -

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