1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; Bilbo Baggins) 2012 front 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; Bilbo Baggins) 2012 back
1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; Bilbo Baggins) 2012 photo
© jdas

1 Dollar - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait; Bilbo Baggins

2012 year
Silver (.999) 31.1 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
New Zealand
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2012
Value
1 Dollar 1 NZD = USD 0.62
Currency
Dollar (1967-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
31.1 g
Diameter
40 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#159499
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Portrayal of Bilbo Baggins embarking on his unexpected journey from Bag End.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
⠐ MIDDLE-EARTH - NEW ZEALAND⠐
© WBEI
$ 1

Translation: The English translation from the Dwarvish/Khuzdul/Cirth lettering on the reverse reads "Middle Earth" & "New Zealand".

Edge

Milled

Comment

#Gilt, #Gold Plating

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that combines the image of Queen Elizabeth II with a depiction of Bilbo Baggins, the main character from J.R.R. Tolkien's novel "The Hobbit." This coin was issued to commemorate the release of the movie "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" and is a rare and collectible item for fans of both the book and the film.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2012  20000 - - - - - -

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 (4th Portrait; Bilbo Baggins) 2012 coin.