1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; Sauron) 2003 front 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; Sauron) 2003 back
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1 Dollar - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait; Sauron

2003 year
Nickel brass 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
New Zealand
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2003
Value
1 Dollar 1 NZD = USD 0.62
Currency
Dollar (1967-date)
Composition
Nickel brass
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#41880
Rarity index
76%

Reverse

View of Sauron, value.

Scripts: Latin, Tengwar

Lettering: $1

Designer: Matthew Bonaccorsi

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issued as part of a three coin set to commemorate the making of the Lord of the Rings movies in New Zealand (10,454 issued).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; Sauron) 2003 from New Zealand is that it features a unique design that combines the image of Queen Elizabeth II with the fictional character of Sauron from J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth stories. This coin was issued as part of a series of coins commemorating the release of the Lord of the Rings film trilogy, and its design was inspired by the iconic One Ring that Sauron sought to reclaim in the stories. The use of nickel brass in the coin's composition adds to its distinctiveness, as it is a metal alloy that is not commonly used in coinage. Overall, this coin is a fascinating collector's item that showcases the creativity and craftsmanship of the Royal Canadian Mint.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2003  10454 - - - - - -

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