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2014 Maori Art - Papatuanuku and Ranginui Silver Proof Coin

This stunning 1oz silver proof with gold plating tells the story of the separation of Ranginui and Papatuanuku. This gorgeous coin is a perfect addition to any Maori art collection.

The 2014 Maori Art Coin is the fourth coin in New Zealand Post’s Maori Art Coin series. The coin shows Tane separating Papatuanuku and Ranginui, creating the world of light. The intricate design is based on leading New Zealand artist Cliff Whiting’s mixed media mural, ‘Te wehenga o Rangi raua ko Papa’ (the separation of heaven and earth). This well known piece of art can be seen in the reading room in the National Library of New Zealand in Wellington.

This 1oz silver proof, legal tender coin with gold plating has a worldwide mintage of just 2,000. This striking $1 coin is a perfect addition to any Maori art collection and is housed in a special container featuring the takarangi design. The takarangi is a double interlocking spiral, which represents the separation of Ranginui and Papatuanuku.

Denomination:One New Zealand dollar

Finish:Proof

Composition:0.999 silver

Weight:1 troy oz

Diameter:40mm

Edge treatment:Milled

Shape:Round

Obverse design:Portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley, United Kingdom

Reverse design:The spearation of Papatuanuku and Ranginui

Worldwide mintage limit:2,000

Mint:Royal Australian Mint

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