The 1953 New Zealand Crown commemorates the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II and is a distinctive piece from New Zealand's coinage history. This third and final New Zealand crown is notable as the only crown struck in copper-nickel.
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Country: New Zealand
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Year: 1953
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Denomination: Crown
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Composition: Copper-nickel
This crown is a meaningful historical memento from the early years of Elizabeth II’s reign and appeals to collectors interested in coronation issues and mid-20th century Commonwealth coinage. Its copper-nickel composition and status as the final New Zealand crown make it a noteworthy addition to a collection or display.
