The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug – Silver Proof Coin with Gold Plating
The 1oz silver proof coin with gold plating is sure to be a favourite with the iconic depiction of Smaug and the Lonely Mountain. The silver coin features selective gold plating around the rim, where the words ‘Middle-earth – New Zealand’ are inscribed. The iconic depiction of Smaug and the Lonely Mountain are integral to the film and the individually numbered certificate adds to the collectability of this timeless coin.
Features:
- NZ Post is the official issuer of commemorative coins on behalf of the RBNZ
- Silver proof coin with selective gold plating around the rim
- Inscribed, where the words ‘Middle-earth-New Zealand’ are inscribed
- Features a depiction of Smaug and the Lonely Mountain
- Individually numbered certificate
Specifications:
- Obverse Design: Portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley
- Reverse Design: Smaug and the Lonely Mountain
- Denomination: $1 NZD
- Mint: Royal Australian Mint
- Mintage Limit: 20,000
- Finish: Proof
- Composition: 0.999 silver with selective gold plating
- Edge: Milled
- Shape: Round
- Diameter: 40mm
- Weight: 1 troy oz