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20 Cents - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait; Kiwi
| Copper-nickel | 11.31 g | 28.58 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1986-1989 |
| Value | 20 Cents (0.20 NZD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1967-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 11.31 g |
| Diameter | 28.58 mm |
| Thickness | 2.22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 November 2006 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#3914 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 6% |
Reverse
Kiwi with denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering: 20 JB
Designer: George James Berry
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 20 cent coin featuring Elizabeth II (3rd portrait; Kiwi) from New Zealand, minted between 1986 and 1989, has a unique feature. It is the only coin in the history of New Zealand's currency to have a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing to the right, instead of the traditional left. This was done to differentiate it from the previous portrait of the Queen, which faced left, and to give the coin a distinctive look.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1987 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1988 | 9000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1989 | 8500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Cents - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait; Kiwi) 1986-1989 coin.
