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10 Dollars - Elizabeth II Snares Penguin; Snares Islands
| Issuer | New Zealand |
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| Year | 2017 |
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| Thickness | 3.3 mm |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | A detailed naturalistic depiction of the Snares penguin (Eudyptes robustus) occupies the central field of the rectangular reverse, rendered in fine relief against a mirrored proof surface. The bird is shown in profile, showcasing its distinctive yellow superciliary crest, dark dorsal plumage, and white ventral feathering characteristic of the species. The denomination 10 dollars appears in the upper portion of the field, while the scientific name Eudyptes robustus is inscribed in italic lettering in the lower field. All legends are in Latin script. The composition is framed by a plain raised rectangular border consistent with the obverse. |
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The Snares Islands sit roughly 200 kilometers south of Stewart Island and have never been permanently settled — a fact that partly explains why the Snares penguin population remains one of the least disturbed of any crested penguin species. New Zealand incorporated the islands into its nature reserve system in 1961, with full UNESCO World Heritage recognition eventually following as part of the Sub-Antarctic Islands designation in 1998.
Silver-plated copper-nickel was the practical choice for this wildlife series entry, keeping it accessible rather than collectible at bullion premiums.