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10 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait; Sauron, Gold Proof
2003 yearGold (.917) | 39.94 g | 38.61 mm |
Issuer | New Zealand |
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Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2003 |
Value | 10 Dollars 10 NZD = USD 6.16 |
Currency | Dollar (1967-date) |
Composition | Gold (.917) |
Weight | 39.94 g |
Diameter | 38.61 mm |
Thickness | 2 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#55845 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Sauron and the One Ring.
Scripts: Latin, Tengwar
Lettering: $10
Designer: Matthew Bonaccorsi
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Struck by the Royal Mint on behalf of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand to proof quality using specially prepared dies and highly polished blanks.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 10 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; Sauron, Gold Proof) 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 films' costumes and props. The use of gold and the detailed design make this coin a valuable collector's item for fans of both the Royal Family and the Lord of the Rings franchise.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2003 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; Sauron, Gold Proof) 2003 coin.