5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait; Chatham Island Taiko, Silver Proof
2004 year| Silver (.999) | 27.22 g | 38.74 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2004 |
| Value | 5 Dollars 5 NZD = USD 3.08 |
| Currency | Dollar (1967-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 27.22 g |
| Diameter | 38.74 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#272415 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Chatham Island Taiko resting on fern leaf, another one flying in the background.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CHATHAM ISLAND TAIKO
FIVE DOLLARS
Edge
Reeded
Comment
This silver proof coin features the Chatham Island tāiko. It is a small seabird in the gadfly petrel genus, Pterodroma. Found exclusively on Chatham Island, New Zealand it is one of the rarest birds in the world, believed to be extinct for over 100 years before its rediscovery in the 1970s.The coin was issued individually in capsule in a plush case. (1,300 copies)
It was also included in the 7 coin Proof Year Set. (1,750 copies)
A Copper-nickel version of the coin was issued. (See link)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Chatham Island Taiko coin is that it features a rare portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. The 4th portrait, designed by Ian Rank-Broadley, was only used on a limited number of coins minted in 2004, making it a unique and sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 1750 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; Chatham Island Taiko, Silver Proof) 2004 coin.
