The effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II facing right.
NEW ZEALAND .999 Ag 1oz ELIZABETH II 2021
Description reverse
An illustration of the kākā painted by New Zealand artist Ben Timmins. In the background two ferns crown the bird, as a symbol of protection and guardianship. The ferns are engraved, and the background colour treated to give greater depth to the imagery and highlight the kākā painting.
At the top ONE DOLLAR, at the bottom KĀKĀ NESTOR MERIDIONALIS
Reference
New Zealand. 1 Dollar (Silver) 2021, Royal Dutch Mint. CoCo NZ-2021-0001.
