His limited-edition set features New Zealand's iconic currency coins in magnificent proof quality. Each coin is specially dated 2025, and there are only 500 available worldwide. These are the second issuance of commemorative New Zealand currency coins to feature a portrait of King Charles III on the obverse. Featuring the official Commonwealth effigy of King Charles III by Dan Thorne. Low worldwide limited mintage of 500 sets.
Features all five of New Zealand's currency coins. Minted to the finest quality proof finish.Displayed in a beautiful pack featuring an image of the Canterbury Plains. Each coin is specially dated 2025. New Zealand's Maori culture is a vital part of our national identity.
The 10-cent coin features a Maori carved mask, known as a'koruru', with rafter patterns. Traditionally, a koruru is carved into the gables of the meeting house and is seen as the'guardian of the house'.
The 20-cent coin portrays an 18th century carving of Maori leader, Pukaki. After his passing, he was depicted in a carving that featured as part of a gateway to strengthen Ohinemutu in preparation for attack. The carving today can be viewed in the entrance to the Rotorua District Council building.
New Zealand's wildlife is celebrated on the one- and two-dollar coins. The one-dollar coin features New Zealand's national bird, the kiwi, and the two-dollar coin features the kotuku (white heron). In Maori oratory, referring to someone as a kotuku is the highest compliment, as kotuku are considered beautiful and rare.
Milled with a channel with ten raised beads. Portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley, United Kingdom.Eight alternate segments, four milled and four plain. New Zealand's national bird, the kiwi. With Mount Taranaki (Egmont) in the distance.
A carving of an 18th century Maori leader called'Pukaki. A Maori carved mask or'koruru' with Maori rafter patterns.