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1 Dollar - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait; British Lions
2005 year| Aluminium bronze | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 1 Dollar 1 NZD = USD 0.62 |
| Currency | Dollar (1967-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 2.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#118438 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Rugby player in oval with British coat of arms to left and map of New Zealand to right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: $1
Designer: Michael Guilfoyle
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issued by the New Zealand Post and struck by the royal mint is this Aluminium-bronze $1 coin celebrating the British Lions Rugby Union tour of New Zealand in 2005. It was issued in a large coincard/slipcase.A silver proof version of the coin was also issued.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; British Lions) 2005 from New Zealand made of Aluminium bronze weighing 28.28 g is that it features a unique design that showcases the British Lions, a symbol of strength and courage, on the reverse side of the coin. This design was created by the New Zealand Mint to commemorate the long-standing relationship between New Zealand and the United Kingdom. The coin's obverse side features the 4th portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which was designed by Ian Rank-Broadley. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number of coins minted in 2005, making it a sought-after addition to any coin collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; British Lions) 2005 coin.
