© J.Schönfels 2016
© J.Schönfels 2016
50 Cents - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait; Galadriel
2003 year| Copper-nickel | 13.61 g | 31.76 mm |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2003 |
| Value | 50 Cents 0.50 NZD = USD 0.31 |
| Currency | Dollar (1967-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 13.61 g |
| Diameter | 31.76 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#84369 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Head of Galadriel facing and value.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 50 c
Designer: Matthew Bonaccorsi
Edge
Reeded
Comment
This 50 cent copper-nickel coin was struck by the Royal Mint and issued by New Zealand Post.It is part of a series of coins issued to celebrate the making of the Lord of the Rings Movies in New Zealand.
There were three different coin sets all issued in 2003. A six, nine and eighteen coin set.
This coin was only included in the full Lord of the Rings Character Set of eighteen coins.
The actress Cate Blanchett plays the character Galadriel.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 50 Cents - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; Galadriel) 2003 from New Zealand is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley, which was specifically created for this coin and is not found on any other currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 5886 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (4th Portrait; Galadriel) 2003 coin.
