To commemorate the day the war was truly over for New Zealand, New
Zealand Post has issued a 1oz silver proof coin to celebrate the arrival
of peace 75 years ago.
Japan’s surrender marked the true end of World War Two for New
Zealanders. This 1oz silver proof coin evokes the sights and sounds of
this day, when citizens across the country celebrated with civic
thanksgiving events, church services, parades, band performances,
community singing, sporting events, dances and bonfires. The fine detail
of the newspaper text can be clearly read when magnified. Issued to
commemorate this 75th anniversary, this highly detailed coin minted by
The Commonwealth Mint, United Kingdom is a must-have for any World War
Two collection.
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One New Zealand dollar |
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Finish: |
Proof with colour |
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Composition: |
0.999 silver |
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Weight: |
1oz |
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Diameter: |
38.6mm |
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Edge treatment: |
Milled |
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Shape: |
Round |
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Obverse design: |
Portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley, United Kingdom |
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Reverse design: |
Peace celebration |
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Designed by: |
Nicky Dyer, Wellington, New Zealand |
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Worldwide mintage limit: |
1,500 |
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Mint: |
The Commonwealth Mint, United Kingdom |
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