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2 Dollars - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait; Silver Proof
1990 year| Silver (.925) | 10 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1990 |
| Value | 2 Dollars 2 NZD = USD 1.23 |
| Currency | Dollar (1967-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#176288 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Shows a Kotuku (White Heron) in early flight with a Maori motif surround.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TWO DOLLARS
Engraver: Maurice Conly M.B.E
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Kotuku is one of New Zealand's rarest birds and is held in high esteem in Maori mythology.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1990 New Zealand Silver Proof 2 Dollar coin is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which was designed specifically for this coin by sculptor Raphael Maklouf. This portrait is known as the "3rd portrait" and it was only used on a few select coins during the late 1980s and early 1990s. It's a distinctive feature that sets this coin apart from other coins featuring the Queen's image.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Dollars - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait; Silver Proof) 1990 coin.
