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1 Dollar - Elizabeth II 3rd Portrait; National Parks Centennial
1987 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1987 |
| Value | 1 Dollar 1 NZD = USD 0.62 |
| Currency | Dollar (1967-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#25174 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 45% |
Reverse
Stylised mountains and sea within circular design, legend above, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NATIONAL PARKS CENTENNIAL
· ONE DOLLAR ·
Designer: Robert Maurice Conly
Edge
Reeded
Comment
New Zealand's first national park, Tongariro National Park, was founded in 1887 and is recognised as one of the 27 World Heritage Sites that are of both outstanding natural and cultural value. Gifted to the Crown by Te Heuheu Tūkino IV, the park includes several sacred Māori sites and three active volcanoes, Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe and Tongariro.The coin was issued in the usual square plastic Jewel Case. (35,000 Copies)
It was also included in the annual 7 coin Uncirculated Mint Set. (18,000 Copies)
A Sterling Silver version of the coin was also released (See link)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait; National Parks Centennial) 1987 from New Zealand is that it was minted to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the National Parks system in New Zealand. The coin features a unique design that showcases the natural beauty of New Zealand's national parks, including the iconic Mount Cook/Aoraki, the highest peak in the country. The coin's design also includes an image of Queen Elizabeth II, making it a unique blend of natural and royal themes.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 18000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait; National Parks Centennial) 1987 coin.
