5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; New Zealand Falcon) 2006 front 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; New Zealand Falcon) 2006 back
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; New Zealand Falcon) 2006 photo
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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait; New Zealand Falcon

2006 year
Copper-nickel 27.22 g 38.74 mm
Description
Issuer
New Zealand
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2006
Value
5 Dollars 5 NZD = USD 3.08
Currency
Dollar (1967-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
27.22 g
Diameter
38.74 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#19313
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

A New Zealand Falcon with wings open ready to take flight.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NEW ZEALAND FALCON
FIVE DOLLARS

Edge

Reeded

Comment

This coin features the New Zealand Falcon which is New Zealand's only falcon. Other common names for the bird are bush hawk and sparrow hawk. It is frequently mistaken for the larger and more common swamp harrier. It is the country's most threatened bird of prey, with only around 3000–5000 breeding pairs remaining.

The coin was issued individually in a coincard. (2,500 copies)

 
It was also included in the 7 coin Uncirculated Year Set. (3,000 copies)


 
A Silver Proof version of the coin was issued.

Interesting fact

The 5 Dollar Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; New Zealand Falcon) 2006 coin from New Zealand features a unique design that showcases the New Zealand Falcon, also known as the Karearea, on the reverse side. This bird of prey is native to New Zealand and is considered a symbol of power and strength in Maori culture. The coin's design was created by renowned New Zealand artist, Arnold Riley, and it is a rare and collectible piece for coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2006  3000 - - - - - -

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