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2 Dollars - Charles III Carpenter Bee
| Issuer | New Zealand Mint |
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| Year | 2026 |
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| Shape | Round |
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| Obverse description | Uncrowned, bare-headed effigy of King Charles III facing left, modelled by engraver Jody Clark, whose initials 'JC' appear below the portrait truncation. The circular legend reads 'CHARLES III · NIUE · TWO DOLLARS' around the periphery, with the date '· 2026 ·' displayed in the lower field. A finely beaded border frames the entire design. |
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| Reverse description | A highly detailed, coloured depiction of a Carpenter bee (Xylocopa sp.) rendered in iridescent blue and pearl tones, occupying the central field and set against a finely engraved background of botanical elements including flowers, leaves, and foliage. The bee's wings are shown spread and treated with a vivid colour application evoking the natural iridescence of the insect. The legend 'CARPENTER BEE' arcs along the upper periphery in incuse lettering, while the purity inscription '1oz 999 PURE SILVER' appears in the lower exergue. |
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| Edge | Reeded |
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