Kingfisher, 1 dollar, Series: The Fascinating World of Birds

Series:
The Fascinating World of Birds
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Specification
  • Issuer:
    Niue
  • Denomination:
    1 New Zealand dollar
  • Metal:
    Ag 999
  • Decoration:
    digital printing
  • Quality:
    proof
  • Size:
    38.61 mm
  • Weight:
    17.50 g
  • Circulation:
    2,014 pcs
  • Date of issue:
    October 2014
Description

Issued as the first coin from the brand new series showcasing vibrant images of the most beautiful birds inhabiting our world, this coin is dedicated to the Common Kingfisher.

Captured in colour, the coin’s reverse portrays digitally printed, relief images of the kingfisher. This lovely bird has been brought to life with stunning artistry and highest attention to every detail. The charm of this amazing coin is complemented by an attractive packaging which harmoniously blends with its design.

 

  • An unforgettable gift for every nature lover
  • Minted in .999 fine silver
  • Faithfully mapped images of the kingfisher
  • Limited, low mintage of only 2,014 pcs
  • Certificate of Authenticity issued by the Mint of Poland 


The Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) is a species of a small fish-eating bird which lives in southern and central Europe, North Africa and the southern regions of Asia. It is estimated that the Polish population of the bird counts up to 5-6 thousand couples. It inhabits the shores of unpolluted water reservoirs (lakes and ponds) and small, clean rivers. The characteristic features of the kingfisher are its vivid and multi-coloured feathers.

Obverse
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In the central part of the coin – an image of Her Majesty Queen II. Below – the hallmark (Ag 999), on the right – the mint mark m/w. Along the rim – inscriptions: ELIZABETH II, NIUE ISLAND (the issuer),  1 DOLLAR (the face value) and the year of issue – 2014.

Reverse
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In the foreground – a multicolored relief image of a kingfisher. In the background – a silhouette of the kingfisher in flight. In the rim – the name of the series: THE FASCINATING WORLD OF BIRDS, and the name of the species in Polish and Latin:  ZIMORODEK ZWYCZAJNY / ALCEDO ATTHIS.