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Its original reverse of a kiwi was changed in 1990 when the image was moved onto the one-dollar coin.
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New Zealand twenty-cent coin.
| New Zealand | |
| Value | 0.20 New Zealand dollars |
| Mass | 4.00 g |
| Diameter | 21.75 mm |
| Obverse | |
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- What is on the 20c coin NZ?
- What bird is on NZ coins?
- What bird is on the NZ $2 coin?
- What is on the 20 dollar note NZ?
- What are the animals on coins?
- What are NZ gold coins made of?
- What does a 50c coin weigh?
- Is a $2 coin real gold?
- What animal is on the $2 coin?
- Why is white heron on a $2 coin?
- What bird is featured on a $2?
What is on the 20c coin NZ?
More information. New Zealand's 20 cent coins issued since 1990 feature a remarkable Maori carving. ... Rather it is a reproduction of a specific carving of an 18th century Maori warrior leader called Pukaki, who was a Rangatira (Chief) of the Ngati Whakaue iwi of Te Arawa in the Rotorua district.
What bird is on NZ coins?
Kotuku/White heron
Kotuku or white heron have always been rare in New Zealand and are revered by both Māori and pakeha for its elegant white feathers. This graceful bird has long, slender legs and a long, thin S-shaped neck, which has a distinct kink when flying.
What bird is on the NZ $2 coin?
The reverse features an eastern great egret (Ardea alba modesta) (Maori: kotuku). It is sacred to New Zealand's Māori people, and highly endangered within the country, only inhabiting the Okarito Lagoon on the South Island.
What is on the 20 dollar note NZ?
It was first issued on 10 July 1967 when New Zealand decimalised its currency, changing from the New Zealand pound to the New Zealand dollar. It has an image of Queen Elizabeth II on the front.
What are the animals on coins?
Horses and eagles seem to feature most frequently on Ancient Coins. Rare animals such as elephants, lions and turtles are also featured. On the other hand, modern coins feature almost every animal imaginable.
What are NZ gold coins made of?
During the manufacturing process the steel core is covered with layers of nickel and copper, giving the coin its characteristic colour and surface. One and two dollar coins are made of an aluminium-bronze alloy.
What does a 50c coin weigh?
50 cent. Diameter: 24.25mm. Thickness: 2.38mm. Weight: 7.80g.
Is a $2 coin real gold?
The two-dollar coin, also replacing a banknote, was introduced in 1988. They have content of 2% nickel, 6% aluminium and 92% copper.
What animal is on the $2 coin?
The one dollar coin has a picture of five kangaroos. The two dollar coin has a picture of a traditional Australian Aboriginal man and the Southern Cross.
Why is white heron on a $2 coin?
The reverse features an eastern great egret (a type of white heron, Ardea alba modesta; in Maori: kotuku) below curved decorations. The bird is sacred to New Zealand's indigenous Māori people, and highly endangered within the country, only inhabiting the Okarito Lagoon on the South Island.
What bird is featured on a $2?
The rifleman is featured on this $2 note, which went out of circulation in 1991. It was replaced by a coin showing the kōtuku (white heron).
