1 Dollar - Elizabeth II Berry Portrait; Royal Visit
1981 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1981 |
| 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#13974 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 29% |
Reverse
Branch with leaves and seed cone of the New Zealand Kauri (Agathis Australis) crossed by branch with leaf and acorns of the English Oak (Quercus Robur), legend and denomination around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROYAL VISIT
PB
ONE DOLLAR
Designer: Paul Beadle
Edge
Reeded
Comment
HM The Queen visited New Zealand between 12-20 October 1981, following a Commonwealth Heads of Government conference in Melbourne, Australia. The reverse design of this coin symbolises the close relationship between New Zealand and the United Kingdom. It features the leaf and acorns of the English Oak, and the leaves and seed cone of the New Zealand Kauri.
The coin was issued in the usual square plastic Jewel case. (75,000 copies)
It was also included in the Annual 7 Coin Uncirculated Coin Set. (25,000 copies)
A silver proof version was also issued (see link)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1981 New Zealand Elizabeth II (Berry Portrait; Royal Visit) non-circulating coin is that it was minted to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II's visit to New Zealand in 1981. The coin features a unique portrait of the Queen, designed by artist Raphael Maklouf, which was specifically created for this coin. The coin's design also includes an image of a kiwi, a symbol of New Zealand, and the inscription "Royal Visit 1981." This coin is a rare and collectible item, with a limited mintage of only 30,000 coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | 25000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Berry Portrait; Royal Visit) 1981 coin.
