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10 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Tangaroa
| Issuer | New Zealand Post |
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| Year | 2021 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
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| Obverse description | The fourth portrait effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley appears in right-facing profile at centre, depicting the Queen in mature likeness wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara, with a pearl earring visible. The engraver's initials 'IRB' appear at the base of the truncation. The legend 'ELIZABETH II' arcs along the right rim, while 'NEW ZEALAND' runs along the left rim; the date '2021' is placed at the lower field and the fineness inscription '.9999 Au .5oz' curves along the upper field. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | The reverse presents a bold, stylised depiction of Tangaroa, the Māori atua (deity) and guardian of the ocean, rendered in a dynamic traditional Māori carving style by designer Dave Burke. The powerful figure of Tangaroa dominates the field, shown with characteristic facial tā moko tattoo markings, brandishing a weapon, and surrounded by flowing koru spirals and wave forms representing the sea. Fish and marine creatures are integrated into the swirling composition, which incorporates deep recessed black fields contrasting with the polished and frosted gold surfaces to create a striking two-tone effect. The denomination legends 'TEN DOLLARS' and 'TEKAU TĀRA' arc along the upper rim to either side, while 'TANGAROA' runs along the left rim and 'GUARDIAN OF THE OCEAN' is inscribed along the lower rim. |
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