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50 Cents - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait; HMS Endeavour, Gold Proof
1994 year| Bimetallic: gold (.9167) centre in gold (.375) ring (outer ring is white gold) | 22.5 g | 31.75 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1994 |
| Value | 50 Cents (0.50 NZD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1967-date) |
| Composition | Bimetallic: gold (.9167) centre in gold (.375) ring (outer ring is white gold) |
| Weight | 22.5 g |
| Diameter | 31.75 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 October 2006 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#60041 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
The barque HMS Endeavour, commanded by Capt. James Cook on his first exploration of the Pacific in 1769-1771, sailing to the right, passing in front of Mount Taranaki (Mount Egmont), denomination above left, legend below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIFTY CENTS
JB
ENDEAVOUR
Designer: George James Berry
Edge
Reeded
Comment
This bimetallic coin was struck by the Royal Mint and issued by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand in 1994 to Commemorate 225 years since Lt. James Cook left England to explore the Pacific in 1769. The coin was issued in three different versions. This is the Gold Proof version made from a 22 carat yellow gold inner ring and a 9 carat white gold outer ring. It was issued in a capsule in a plush red box with certificate.The other versions of the coin were a base metal bimetalic and a silver proof with base metal inner ring.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique bimetallic design, with a gold (.9167) center surrounded by a gold (.375) ring, and an outer ring made of white gold. This distinctive design sets it apart from other coins and makes it a valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cents - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait; HMS Endeavour, Gold Proof) 1994 coin.
