1959 New Zealand Penny, gEF

A 1959 New Zealand penny struck in bronze, featuring the first portrait of Queen Elizabeth II and a classic native design celebrating local birdlife. This historic penny is a solid choice for collectors of Commonwealth and New Zealand coinage.

Obverse: Bears the first effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, facing right, with a clear royal portrait and surrounding legend. Reverse: Depicts a tūī perched among kōwhai blossoms, a distinctive and well-loved motif that reflects New Zealand's natural heritage.

• Country: New Zealand
• Year: 1959
• Denomination: Penny
• Composition: Bronze
• Size: 31 mm diameter
• Weight: 9.6 g (approx.)
• Grade: gEF

gEF indicates a coin with the lightest noticeable wear on the highest points while retaining good overall detail and eye appeal.

Price is per coin and the specific coin shipped is chosen at random; individual pieces may show different wear, marks or toning.