1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait; Royal Visit, Silver Proof) 1986 front 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait; Royal Visit, Silver Proof) 1986 back
1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait; Royal Visit, Silver Proof) 1986 photo
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1 Dollar - Elizabeth II 3rd Portrait; Royal Visit, Silver Proof

1986 year
Silver (.925) 27.22 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
New Zealand
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1986
Value
1 Dollar 1 NZD = USD 0.62
Currency
Dollar (1967-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
27.22 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#101606
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Crowned E within wreath of houhere, clematis, Mount Cook Lilly, Rata, Pohutukawa, Kowhai, Kaka beak, Manuka and Fern fronds

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ROYAL VISIT
E
ONE DOLLAR

Designer: Robert Maurice Conly

Edge

Reeded

Comment

This crown-sized dollar coin commemorates the visit of HM Queen Elizabeth II to New Zealand between 22nd February and 2nd March 1986.

The third crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II by Raphael David Maklouf first appeared on UK coinage the previous year in 1985.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1986 New Zealand Silver Proof 1 Dollar coin featuring Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait; Royal Visit) is that it was minted to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II's visit to New Zealand in 1986. The coin's design features a unique portrait of the Queen, which was specifically created for this coin and has not been used on any other coins. Additionally, the coin's silver content and proof finish make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1986  12500 - - - - - -

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