Discover the enduring Niue Hawksbill collection from the New Zealand Mint, a series that has stood the test of time. Formerly known as the Fiji Taku, this collection transitioned its nation of issue and name in 2014. Now, available for purchase at BGASC, the 2024 2 oz New Zealand Silver $5 Niue Hawksbill Turtle Coin awaits your collection.

Highlights:

• Safely arrives in a protective plastic flip!
• Captivating Hawksbill Turtle design on the reverse!
• New King Charles III obverse!
• Contains 2 Troy oz of .999 pure silver.
• Bears a face value of $5 backed by the government of Niue.
• King Charles III features on the obverse for the first time.
• The hawksbill turtle graces the reverse of the coin.

Each 2024 2 oz New Zealand Silver $5 Niue Hawksbill Turtle Coin comes securely packaged in a protective plastic flip. Since its inception in 2010, this coin series has maintained a consistent reverse design, with the introduction of King Charles III on the obverse in 2024.

Obverse

King Charles III is showcased on the obverse of the 2024 Silver Niue Hawksbill Turtle Coins, portrayed in a left-profile relief by Jody Clark, without a crown.

Reverse

The reverse of the 2024 2 oz Silver $5 Hawksbill Turtle Coin features the striking hawksbill turtle. Hawksbill turtles are found in warm tropical oceans, primarily in coral reefs, mangroves, rocky areas, and shallow coastal waters. They have a wide distribution range and can be found in the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans.

History

Throughout its history, the design of the New Hawksbill has evolved, with some changes being minor. The reverse consistently features the hawksbill turtle at its center. While the modern Niue Hawksbill showcases the word “TURTLE” on this side, the series was previously known as the Fiji Taku from 2010-2013, displaying the word “TAKU” on the reverse.

As for the obverse, the coin has featured three distinct designs. From 2010-2012, Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was depicted, followed by the Fijian coat of arms in the 2013 Fiji Taku release. From 2014-2023, Her Majesty’s effigy returned, and in 2024, King Charles III made his debut.

Ordering

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