Description: Te ao Maori (the Maori world) has many mythological references to supernatural entities and beings which dwell in te ao wairua (the spiritual realm). Taniwha feature prominently as powerful entities that can have both positive or a negative influence on people and environments. Although they are often depicted as fearsome in appearance, they can appear in many different forms. Highlights Celebrates the taniwha, a powerful supernatural legend unique to Aotearoa New Zealand Obverse features portrait of King Charles III by Stephen Fuller Each coin is minted from 1oz of 0.999 silver Presented in an elegant display case with a uniquely numbered certificate of authenticity Low worldwide limited mintage of 750 coins. Design This 1oz silver proof coin is minted from 0.999 silver, with a mirrored proof finish and a colour illustration of the mighty cave taniwha by New Zealand artist Dave Burke. Taniwha are also known to dwell in te ao kikokiko (the terrestrial realm) and there are many narratives speaking of them. These stories give names and locations of taniwha, and they also describe what form and appearance each taniwha assumes. There are also waiata (songs) and haka (dances) attributed to their taniwha. Taniwha in their earthly form are often elemental in apperance, such as wood, wind, water or stone. Whether celestial or terrestrial, taniwha are a special part of te ao Maori and the peoples of Aotearoa New Zealand. Discover the supernatural stories of taniwha with legal tender commemorative coins from Aotearoa New Zealand.Denomination:One New Zealand dollar Finish:Proof with select colour Composition:0.999 silver Weight:1oz Diameter:40mm Edge treatment:Milled Obverse design:Portrait of His Majesty King Charles III by Stephen J Fuller Reverse design:Cave Taniwha
Price: 139 USD
Location: North Canterbury
End Time: 2024-10-19T04:06:56.000Z
Shipping Cost: 22 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 60 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
Denomination: Dollar
Composition: Silver
Year: 2024
Fineness: 0.9999
Country/Region of Manufacture: New Zealand
Certification: nzmint