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© Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd
50 Cents Pattern ND
1985 year| Copper-nickel | - | - |
| Issuer | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1985 |
| Value | 50 Cents 0.50 NZD = USD 0.31 |
| Currency | Dollar (1967-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#363042 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Royal Mint logo
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
This coin was designed by New Zealand artist and sculptor, Robert H. P. H. Shackleton, who is known for his work on various coins and medals for the Royal Mint. The Pattern 50 Cents coin features a unique design that showcases a Māori warrior on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the New Zealand coat of arms. The use of a Māori warrior on the coin was a deliberate choice made by Shackleton to recognize and honor the cultural heritage of New Zealand's indigenous people.
