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New Zealand Waitangi Proof Set Among World, Ancient Coins at Atlas Numismatics

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By Atlas Numismatics …… There are 134 new pieces at Atlas Numismatics for your consideration and browsing enjoyment. We hope that you may find something of interest for your collection and look forward to hearing from you if have any questions. Atlas Numismatics remains actively interested in purchasing individual items and whole collections if you are […]

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Deceptively Fake New Zealand Crowns – How to Identify the Real One

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By Paradime Coins …… There is no doubt that eBay is a force in Numismatics. Sometimes a positive one, as when a someone snipes the last-needed Overton variety to complete one of the only variety Bust half collections, and sometimes a negative one, as when an unbeknownst collector buys a fake coin. Though at Paradimecoins.com, […]

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Tokelau: Leaping out of the ocean, new silver ounce bullion coins feature flying fish

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The government of Tokelau has authorised the release of new 2020-dated silver one-ounce coins which are part of an overall 12-coin series entitled “Tokelau Sealife” and features various species that live near this South Pacific Island

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Tokelau: Leaping out of the ocean, new silver ounce bullion coins feature flying fish

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The government of Tokelau has authorised the release of new 2020-dated silver one-ounce coins which are part of an overall 12-coin series entitled “Tokelau Sealife” and features various species that live near this South Pacific Island

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Niue: Inventor Alfred Nobel features on third coin in “Geniuses of the 19th Century” series

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The government and treasury of the island state of Niue have released the third coin in their ongoing collector series entitled “Geniuses of the 19th Century

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Niue: Inventor Alfred Nobel features on third coin in “Geniuses of the 19th Century” series

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The government and treasury of the island state of Niue have released the third coin in their ongoing collector series entitled “Geniuses of the 19th Century

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United Arab Emirates: New silver Proof coin celebrates now-postponed Expo 2020 hosted in Dubai

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The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates has released new silver Proof quality coins on the occasion of the Emirate hosting Expo 2020 in their capital city of Dubai

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United Arab Emirates: New silver Proof coin celebrates now-postponed Expo 2020 hosted in Dubai

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The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates has released new silver Proof quality coins on the occasion of the Emirate hosting Expo 2020 in their capital city of Dubai

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New Zealand: New silver bullion coin depicts extinct Chatham Island crested penguin

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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has released their first bullion-quality silver one-ounce coins which include an earlier motif released for 2020 featuring a now-extinct breed of penguin once abundant on the Chatham Islands

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New Zealand: New silver bullion coin depicts extinct Chatham Island crested penguin

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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has released their first bullion-quality silver one-ounce coins which include an earlier motif released for 2020 featuring a now-extinct breed of penguin once abundant on the Chatham Islands

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Niue: Gabriel, archangel and messenger of God, features on the first of four new ingot silver and colour coins

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The government and treasury of Niue have launched (7th April) a new series of ingot-shaped Proof and colour coins which feature the four primary archangels

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New Zealand: Double crown silver Proof coin marks 75 years of peace

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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has launched (17th March) new double-crown collector coins which are in remembrance of an important anniversary that will be celebrated not only in New Zealand but around the Commonwealth and worldwide. This year, 2020, marks the 75th anniversary since the end of World War II

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PCGS Certifies Rare 1933 New Zealand Pattern Coin

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New Zealand Pattern Coin By Jay Turner for PCGS …… There is something quite magical in viewing a pattern coin. A concept for a coin that is so familiar, yet sometimes shockingly different, is an incredible sight to behold. Such is the case for a wonderful New Zealand pattern coin recently graded by PCGS. Before […]

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Niue: New coin series, Geniuses of the 19th Century, launched with Thomas Alva Edison, inventor of the phonograph

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The government and treasury of Niue have launched the first silver collector coins in a new series which is entitled “Geniuses of the 19th Century” and highlights some of the world’s inventions that have changed our lives and continue to do so

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Niue: Warrior princess, Wonder Woman, features on new silver coins in celebration of 60th anniversary of the creation of the Justice League

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The Treasury of Niue has released the first coins which are part of a seven-coin series that will include all of the primary criminal fighters comprising the indomitable Justice League

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Niue: Warrior princess, Wonder Woman, features on new silver coins in celebration of 60th anniversary of the creation of the Justice League

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The Treasury of Niue has released the first coins which are part of a seven-coin series that will include all of the primary criminal fighters comprising the indomitable Justice League

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New Zealand: Extinct Chatham Island crested penguin features on latest silver and colour Proof coins

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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand, via New Zealand Post, has announced (22nd January) the release of new collector coins commemorating one of the country’s extinct animals

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Magnificent Fenton Collection of New Zealand coins headlines New York International Numismatic Convention auction

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(January 18, 2020) — A collection of rare and popular New Zealand coins certified by the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) is turning heads at the New York International Numismatic Convention (NYINC) this week, where it will be offered for sale by Stack’s Bowers Galleries on January 18, 2020

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New Zealand: New silver Proof crown coin celebrates All Blacks competition in Rugby World Cup

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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has launched new collector crown coins in celebration of the country’s national rugby team which is currently competing in the international Rugby World Cup championships. The tournament, which is the ninth in the game’s history, is staged every four years and is administered by World Rugby, the sport’s international governing body

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Niue: Aladdin and the genie appear on latest silver coin featuring One Thousand and One Nights series

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The government and treasury of Niue have launched (23rd August) the third silver crown coin which is part of the new series focusing on the 1001 Arabian Nights tales made popular with author Richard Francis Burton’s published translations of One Thousand and One Nights. First compiled in 1885 as a work of 10 volumes and known as “The Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night,” his addendum Supplemental Nights was published between 1886 and 1888 in six volumes

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Niue: The fabulous Miss Piggy makes her appearance on new silver Proof collector coins

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The government and treasury of Niue have launched (6th August) new silver Proof and colour collector coins which feature one of the puppetry world’s most well-known and glamorous figures: The indomitable Miss Piggy.
She joins other familiar Muppets characters in the series, from Fozzie Bear to Kermit the Frog, and now it’s Miss Piggy’s turn to turn heads and “wow” her adoring public

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Niue: The fabulous Miss Piggy makes her appearance on new silver Proof collector coins

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The government and treasury of Niue have launched (6th August) new silver Proof and colour collector coins which feature one of the puppetry world’s most well-known and glamorous figures: The indomitable Miss Piggy.
She joins other familiar Muppets characters in the series, from Fozzie Bear to Kermit the Frog, and now it’s Miss Piggy’s turn to turn heads and “wow” her adoring public

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Niue: Muppets character Fozzie Bear features on second silver Proof and colour coin in current series

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The government and treasury of Niue have issued (27th May) new silver crown coins which are part of the current coin series featuring The Muppets characters. Launched earlier this year with the first coin featuring the world’s most famous frog, Kermit, the second coin features his best chum, Fozzie Bear

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Niue: Legendary merchant Sinbad the Sailor immortalised on the latest silver coin in 1001 Arabian Nights series

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The government and treasury of Niue have issued (17th May) new silver crown coins which are part of the new series focusing on the 1001 Arabian Nights tales made popular with author Richard Francis Burton’s published translations of One Thousand and One Nights. First compiled in 1885 as a work of 10 volumes and known as “The Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night,” his addendum, Supplemental Nights, was published between 1886 and 1888 in six volumes

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Niue: Gaming enthusiasts celebrate the 35th anniversary of Tetris with new colourful silver coin

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The government and treasury of Niue have released (15th April) new collector coins which celebrate the original release of an electronic game which took the gaming world by storm: Tetris. First completed as a viable electronic game on the 6th June 1984, Tetris was originally designed and programmed by Alexey Pajitnov, a Soviet computer specialist while he was working for the Dorodnitsyn Computing Centre of the Academy of Science of the Soviet Union in Moscow

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New Zealand: 50th anniversary of the Moon landing seen from the perspective of the Southern Hemisphere featured on new silver Proof coin

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The Bank of New Zealand has issued new silver Proof coins as part of the world’s observance of an incredible human achievement occurring 50 years ago, and remarkably, just 66 years after the first airplane flight. The landing of the first man on the Moon by United States astronauts is considered one of the greatest human achievements ever undertaken

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Niue launches series that features Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves on new silver crown coins

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The government and treasury of Niue have issued (29th March) new silver crown coins which launch a new and exciting series that focuses on the Arabian Nights tales. In 1885, author Richard Francis Burton published translations of One Thousand and One Nights, the text’s original name

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Niue launches new series that features Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves on new silver crown coins

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The government and treasury of Niue have issued (29th March) new silver crown coins which launch a new and exciting series that focuses on the Arabian Nights tales. In 1885, author Richard Francis Burton published translations of One Thousand and One Nights, the text’s original name

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2019, Coin Articles, Columns, New Zealand Coins, New Zealand Post, Reserve Bank of New Zealand, Royal Dutch Mint, silver coins, World Coins

New Zealand: Oldest lighthouse, Tiritiri Matangi, is featured on a new silver crown coin

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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has issued new silver crown coins which feature one of the country’s oldest and still functioning lighthouses, the Tiritiri Matangi lighthouse. Also known as Tiritiri lighthouse, it is located on the island of the same name in Hauraki Gulf 28 kilometres (17 miles) north of Auckland in the North Island of New Zealand

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Niue: Minnie Mouse dazzles us on new silver Proof coin celebrating Carnival

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The government and treasury of the Pacific island of Niue have issued (15th January) new collector silver Proof and colour coins which feature Mickey Mouse’s love interest, Minnie Mouse, who dazzles us as she celebrates Carnival

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Niue: Minnie Mouse dazzles us on new silver Proof coin celebrating Carnival

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The government and treasury of the Pacific island of Niue have issued (15th January) new collector silver Proof and colour coins which feature Mickey Mouse’s love interest, Minnie Mouse, who dazzles us as she celebrates Carnival

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Niue: Timid Moorish idol features on third silver coin in current “Reef Fish” series

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The treasury of the South Pacific Island Nation of Niue has released (3rd December) their third coin that is part of an ongoing series entitled “Reef Fish,” which features some of the marine life prevalent in and around the Pacific Ocean. The third coin highlights the attractive and timid Moorish idol, a very familiar occupant in many a home aquarium, as they are greatly admired for their sleek and colourful markings of black, white, and yellow

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Niue: Latest “Disney Villains” coin sends shudders with Cruella de Vil

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The government and treasury of Niue have issued (1st October) the third coin which is part of their ongoing series entitled “Disney Villains,” who are the characters in the many animated Disney feature films you would most likely not want to encounter. The numismatic series highlights the villains who test the strength and fortitude of the heroes featured in the charming and beloved full-length movies — with the third character featured being the ruthless Cruella de Vil, an enigmatic villain who appeared in the classic film 101 Dalmatians, which made its debut in 1961

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2018, Coin Articles, Columns, New Zealand Coins, New Zealand Mint, New Zealand Post, Niue Coins, Proof Coins, reef fish coin series, silver coins, World Coins

Niue: Fearless and inquisitive emperor angelfish features on the second release in the exciting Reef Fish coin series

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The treasury of the South Pacific Island Nation of Niue has released their second coin which is part of a new series entitled “Reef Fish.” The series features some of the marine life prevalent in and around the Pacific Ocean

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Niue marks the Year of the Boar with new silver Proof and colour coins

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The treasury of the South Pacific Island nation of Niue has released 2019-dated coins which celebrate the Lunar Year of the Boar, commencing on the 5th February 2019. This is the last year in what is a 12-year cycle, which will see the first zodiac symbol celebrated in 2020

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Niue: Mickey Mouse celebrating 90th birthday on new high-relief silver and gold coins

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The government and treasury of the island nation of Niue have issued (21st August) new collector coins which mark the celebration of the 90th birthday of the world’s most beloved cartoon mouse: Mickey Mouse. The endearing mouse made his debut in a black-and-white short cartoon on the 18th November 1928, which was entitled Steamboat Willie, and was hand drawn by his creator Walt Disney

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New Zealand launches 2019-dated Kiwi bullion and collector gold and silver coins

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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has launched (9th August) their 2019-dated range of “Kiwi” collector and bullion coins, which is an annual series featuring one of the country’s most endearing and internationally acquainted birds: The kiwi. This year, both the gold and silver coins feature the North Island brown kiwi in its natural habitat

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Niue: Second silver coin issued in eye-catching “Disney Villains” series features diabolical Maleficent

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The government and treasury of the island of Niue have issued (25th July) the second coin which is part of their ongoing series entitled “Disney Villains.” The numismatic series highlights the villains who test the strength and fortitude of the heroes featured in the charming and beloved Disney full-length animated movies

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Niue: Latest coin issued in popular “Star Wars Classic” coin series features formidable Sith warrior Darth Maul

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The government and treasury of the Pacific Island nation of Niue have issued (11th June) their latest coins which are part of an ongoing series of collector coins featuring the many Star Wars characters from the very successful franchise of the same name. The latest coins feature the formidable warrior and Sith apprentice, Darth Maul, and is also the 12th character to feature in the Star Wars Classic coin collection since it was first launched in 2016

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Nicaragua: Second coin issued in popular “Wildlife of Nicaragua” series features three-toed sloth

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The Banco Central de Nicaragua has issued (8th June) their second coin in their ongoing collector coin series entitled “Wildlife of Nicaragua,” launched in April. The second coin features the three-toed sloth, which is an indigenous species found in many countries in Central America, particularly in Nicaragua

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New Zealand: Baby Prince Louis of Cambridge welcomed with new silver coin

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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has unveiled (4th May) new silver collector coins which are minted in celebration of the recent birth of the third child of William, Duke of Cambridge, and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge. The young prince’s name in full is His Royal Highness Prince Louis Arthur Charles of Cambridge

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Niue: New coin series portrays Disney’s villains with first coin featuring the Evil Queen of Snow White

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The government and treasury of the island of Niue have issued (30th April) the first silver coins which launch a new series dedicated to the Disney characters you would mostly not want to encounter. The new series highlights the villains who test the strength and fortitude of the heroes dotting the charming Disney full-length animated movies

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Niue: Disney princess silver coin series begins with Cinderella and features aqua-blue gemstone

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The government and treasury of the island nation of Niue have issued (5th March) the first coin in a new series which features some of most beloved and well-known Disney princess characters. The first of these royal princesses depicted is remembered for her magical night at the ball when she met her Prince Charming: Cinderella

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New Zealand: The Great War centenary anniversary series concludes with final “Back from the Brink” gold and silver coins

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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand have launched (12th March) the final installment of gold and silver proof coins which are part of an overall series that was made in remembrance of the centenary anniversary of the commencement and conclusion of the Great War — later referred to as World War I.
The gold and silver coins are the final pieces in the five-year First World War coin programme, which was begun in 2014 and drew attention to the contribution of the fighting men from New Zealand, who supported the home country of Great Britain from the very beginning

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New Zealand: Latest honeybee collector coin unveiled features mānuka honey

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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand have unveiled (13th February) their second collector coin which focuses on the country’s lucrative honey industry. Following on the huge success of the Reserve Bank’s release of their first honey bee coin last year, a second coin is to be issued which features the golden nectar from the mānuka honey bee and its extraordinary product

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New Zealand: A giant from the past, the wingless moa, makes an appearance on new silver crown

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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand have launched (18th January) a new silver crown coin which provides a glimpse into the country’s pre-historical past and reminds us about the fragility of animal species once thought to be sufficiently robust to thrive under any circumstances. The new coin features the moa, who were a family of 11 species of flightless birds that were only found within New Zealand

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Niue: New silver coin celebrates 25 years since the initial release of science fiction thriller Jurassic Park

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The treasury of Niue have issued (9th January) a new silver crown coin which is in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the release of the Hollywood blockbuster film Jurassic Park — a science fiction film which summarised what the ramifications would be on Earth if prehistoric dinosaurs were to come back to life. Directed by Hollywood legend Steven Spielberg, the movie was released in June 1993 and became an immediate hit with moviegoers and audiences worldwide

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Star Wars: The Last Jedi — and the coins to match

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Last Friday, December 15, 2017, Star Wars: The Last Jedi opened in theaters and scored the second largest opening in sales ever, only to be outdone by the previous installment, The Force Awakens, which was released two years prior. After earning a staggering $450 million in just three days, the film appears to be another box office success

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Star Wars: The Last Jedi — and the coins to match

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Last Friday, December 15, 2017, Star Wars: The Last Jedi opened in theaters and scored the second largest opening in sales ever, only to be outdone by the previous installment, The Force Awakens, which was released two years prior. After earning a staggering $450 million in just three days, the film appears to be another box office success

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New Zealand: Queen’s Platinum Wedding Anniversary celebrated on new Proof $1 coin

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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand have issued (1st November) a new silver Proof $1 coin which celebrates the extraordinary occasion of the 70th (platinum) wedding anniversary of New Zealand’s Queen Elizabeth II and HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, who married in a lavish ceremony in 1947 — just two years after the end of the Second World War. Their enduring love story began somewhat sooner than previously thought, as then-Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip of Greece and Denmark were said to have become engaged in 1946

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New Zealand: The story of how Māui captured the Sun told on new gold and silver coins

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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand have issued (18th October) four new coins which feature an exceptional tale that is one of the most familiar legends in the Polynesian world. The legends of Māui are stories shared across many Polynesian islands, despite the considerable distance between islands such as Hawaii, Tonga, and even New Zealand — the similarities between many of the legends is uncanny

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New Zealand: Latest kiwi gold and silver coins feature little spotted kiwi for 2018

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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand have issued (27th September) their latest coins which highlight the various breeds of the kiwi, which is an internationally recognised symbol of the country. The latest coins feature the little spotted kiwi, or Apteryx owenii

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New Zealand: Latest kiwi gold and silver coins feature little spotted kiwi for 2018

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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand have issued (27th September) their latest coins which highlight the various breeds of the kiwi, which is an internationally recognised symbol of the country. The latest coins feature the little spotted kiwi, or Apteryx owenii

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CoinWeek News Wire for August 7, 2017: War on Cash and Coins, Monday Edition

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By Coinweek ….   CoinWeek News Wire for August 4, 2017:  The War on Cash 4: The Cash Master 1.) Is e-payment fast rendering cash extinct? As a Guardian newspaper article points out in January, “If you begin to insist on cashlessness, it does put pressure on you to be banked and signed up to […]

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New Zealand: Celebrating 50 years of decimal currency with new silver double crown

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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand have launched (9th June) an exquisite new silver double crown coin to mark the country’s 50th anniversary of decimalisation, which officially took place on the 10th July 1967. The newly introduced New Zealand dollar replaced the New Zealand pound, distinct from the pound sterling which had been the legal tender in the country since 1933

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CoinWeek News Wire for May 26, 2017

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By Coinweek …. CoinWeek News Wire for May 26, 2017 Brain Food 1.) How Learning to Love Coins Made the Vikings Modern The Vikings originally traded with precious metals by weight, known as a “bullion economy.” They accepted coins from other nations, but only as their weight value in gold or silver. As the Vikings […]

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CoinWeek News Wire for May 26, 2017

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By Coinweek ….   CoinWeek News Wire for May 26, 2017 Brain Food 1.) How Learning to Love Coins Made the Vikings Modern The Vikings originally traded with precious metals by weight, known as a “bullion economy.” They accepted coins from other nations, but only as their weight value in gold or silver. As the […]

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New Zealand: Rugby excellence features on new silver coin for British and Irish Lions tour

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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand have launched (12th April) two new coins marking the upcoming British and Irish Lions 2017 rugby tour. Every four years, the British and Irish Lions tour the Southern Hemisphere, and in 2017 it’s New Zealand’s turn to host and compete in a series that captivates a nation

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New Zealand: Rugby excellence features on new silver coin for British and Irish Lions tour

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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand have launched (12th April) two new coins marking the upcoming British and Irish Lions 2017 rugby tour. Every four years, the British and Irish Lions tour the Southern Hemisphere, and in 2017 it’s New Zealand’s turn to host and compete in a series that captivates a nation

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CoinWeek News Wire for April 7, 2017

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By Coinweek …. CoinWeek News Wire for April 7 2017 Brain Food 1.) How tough is the new £5 note? The new UK’s new £5 bank note – made of polymer rather than paper – gets the “chemistry treatment”. Featuring Professor Sir Martyn Poliakoff [Of popular Youtube channel Periodic Videos. The professor donated an equivalent […]

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New Zealand: The Mythical Māori “Taniwha” Features on New Gold and Silver Proof Coins

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On December 19, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand launched a new set of coins with a mythical creature prevalent in Māori folklore—the mighty Taniwha. Akin to dragons or serpents in the tales of many parts of the world, the Taniwha are also supernatural creatures said to hide in the ocean, rivers, lakes, or caves

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New Zealand: 2017-Dated “Kiwi” Gold and Silver Bullion Coins Unveiled

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On November 1, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand unveiled the final images for their 2017-dated “Kiwi” range of gold and silver bullion coins. Following on from the 2015 and 2016 Kiwi coins, the design features the Rakiura (Stewart Island) tokoeka, which is the only one of New Zealand’s five kiwi species that is active during the daytime

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New Zealand Issues “Mickey Through the Ages – Brave Little Tailor” Gold and Silver Coins

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The New Zealand Mint is continuing its “Mickey Through the Ages” series with new gold and silver coins featuring the 1938 Mickey Mouse cartoon, “Brave Little Tailor.” The film was based on Grimm’s fairy tale of the same name and went on to be nominated for an Academy Award

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New Zealand Features Honey Bee on World’s First Silver Hexagonal Coin with Resin Inclusion

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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has unveiled (August 1) a new coin paying homage to the humble honey bee, or Apis mellifera. The honey bee is an integral part of our lives, providing honey while pollinating flowers and plants that provide the human race with needed sustenance

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CIBC to Offer Chinese New Year Gold, Silver Monkey Coins

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By Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce…. CIBC is the only bank in Canada providing special, festive coins for the Lunar New Year Looking for gift ideas for the Lunar New Year? The Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) has five special, limited-edition Year of the Monkey collector coins to help you wish good luck, prosperity […]

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New Zealand Mint Strikes Precious Metal Disney Princess Coins

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New Zealand Mint is celebrating fairy-tale film classics with the release of a new Disney Princess coin program, for which The Perth Mint is the sole distributor in Australia. The inaugural coins in the series feature the ever courageous Cinderella and are struck from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver and 1/4oz of 99.99% pure gold. Both coins feature an iconic […]

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