This 1 kilo (1,000 gram) silver (99.9%) Kiwi coin was minted in 2023 by the New Zaeland Post mint. The coin has a proof quality, this is the highest possible quality for coins. The worldwide mintage is limited to 100 pieces. This kilo coin comes in a presentation box together with the certificate of authenticity.
This 1 kilogram silver Kiwi coin was minted in 2023 by the New Zaeland Post mint. The coin contains 1,000 grams of pure silver (99.9%) and has the highest quality possible for coins: proof. Various techniques have been applied to these coins that improve the quality of the coin. Think of polished coin plates and stamps, creating a great contrast between relief and background.
What also makes this coin special is its size and limited edition. The coin has a diameter of 100mm and a worldwide mintage of 100 pieces.
Every year the New Zealand Post mint releases a coin with a renewed Kiwi design. The kiwi is a flightless bird that occurs naturally only in New Zealand. On this coin you see a Tokoeka, one of the five species of Kiwi birds. What is striking about this coin, in addition to its size, are the beautiful details and finish. The coin comes in a finished presentation box along with the Certificate of Authenticity. The mintage is limited to 100 pieces.
On the front you see a Kiwi on the water, looking for food. The design contains a lot of details. All around you can see the inscriptions TWENTY DOLLARS - the face value of the coin, TOKOUKA SOUTHERN BROWN KIWI Apteryx australis - the name of the coin.
This kilo coin contains the highest quality possible for coins: proof. Various techniques have been applied to these coins to improve the quality of the coin. Partly because of this, this coin has a beautiful design where the contrast between relief and background is clearly visible. Finally, proof coins are minted one at a time and are extremely fragile: they come in a capsule and when taken out, they should only be handled with cotton gloves to avoid scratches.