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New Zealand - 1953 - Sixpence - KM26 - Uncirculated
6 Pence - Elizabeth II 1st portrait
| Country | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Type | Common coin |
| Years | 1953-1965 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1/40 NZP) |
| Metal | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | yes |
| References | KM# 26 |
| Mintage | 1,207,000 |
Obverse
Laureate bust of Queen Elizabeth II right without shoulder strap
Lettering: + QUEEN·ELIZABETH·THE·SECOND
Engraver: Mary Gillick
Reverse
A huia bird (Heteralocha acutirostris) perched on a branch
Is an extinct wattle-bird & was found only in North Island of New Zealand.
Lettering:
NEW·ZEALAND
SIXPENCE 1953
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Reeded
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