2 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; ANZAC Centenary) 2015 front 2 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; ANZAC Centenary) 2015 back
2 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; ANZAC Centenary) 2015 photo
© Perth Mint

2 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait; ANZAC Centenary

2015 year
Silver (.999) 15.57 g -
Description
Issuer
New Zealand
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2015
Value
2 Dollars 2 NZD = USD 1.23
Currency
Dollar (1967-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
15.57 g
Size
37.6 × 26.6 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Rectangular (irregular)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#173915
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Silhouettes of an Australian and a New Zealand soldier against the beach at Anzac Cove in colour with fronds of Silver Fern, legend and denomination below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ANZAC
NEW ZEALAND $2

Edge

Coarse reeding to simulate stamp perforations

Comment

In April 1915, just eight months after Britain declared war on Germany on 4 August 1914, soldiers from Australia and New Zealand – organised into the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) – landed on the Gallipoli peninsula, with the aim of assisting in the allied effort to command the Dardanelles and to knock Ottoman Turkey out of the war.

Gallipoli was a costly military failure for the allies, but from the loss the Anzac legend was born. ANZAC soldiers had battled heroically and gained a compelling place in the national psyche of their home countries. Theirs was a story of courage and endurance in the face of death and despair. Their initiative, mateship, humour, endurance, bravery and sacrifice in times of extreme adversity created a lasting sense of national identity for both Australia and New Zealand.

The 2015 ANZAC Coin and Stamp Set consists of two 1/2 oz proof coins, an official Australia Post stamp and an official New Zealand Post stamp.

The coin was only released as part of this dual Australia/New Zealand limited edition set.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 2 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; ANZAC Centenary) 2015 from New Zealand is that it was minted to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the ANZAC (Australian and New Zealand Army Corps) landing at Gallipoli during World War I. The coin's design features an image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a representation of the ANZAC soldiers on the other. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable collector's item for coin enthusiasts and history buffs.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2015  2500 - - - - - -

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