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5 Kina Spiny Anteater
| Issuer | Bank of Papua New Guinea |
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| Year | 2012 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
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| Obverse description | The national coat of arms of Papua New Guinea occupies the central field, depicting a Bird of Paradise with spread wings perched upon a traditional kundu drum crossed with a spear, all rendered in high relief with fine engraved detailing. The legend 'PAPUA NEW GUINEA' arcs along the upper periphery in bold incuse lettering. The date '2012' appears in the lower field beneath the central device. The antiqued silver finish enhances the depth and texture of the relief work throughout the design. |
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| Reverse description | A highly detailed, naturalistic depiction of a Short-beaked Echidna (Spiny Anteater, Tachyglossus aculeatus) fills the central field, shown in three-quarter view facing left with its elongated snout lowered toward the ground and its distinctive spines rendered in exceptional high relief. Two black diamond insets serve as the animal's eyes, adding a striking contrast against the antiqued silver surface. The creature's clawed forefeet and textured forest-floor habitat of rocks, roots, and foliage are meticulously engraved in the background. The denomination '5 Kina' appears in the lower left field, and the species designation 'SPINY ANTEATER' arcs along the lower rim. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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