Kiwi 1/4 oz Gold 2017 Proof

The 2017 Kiwi 1/4 oz Gold Proof is an exclusive collector’s coin issued by New Zealand Post in collaboration with the esteemed BH Mayer’s Kunstprägeanstalt mint. It honors the unique species of kiwi – the Rakiura tokoeka, the only kiwi active during daylight hours. Struck in an extremely limited edition of just 500 pieces worldwide, it is highly sought after by both collectors and investors. The coin contains 1/4 ounce of pure 999.9‑fine gold and has a face value of 10 New Zealand dollars. Each coin is presented in a premium case with an individually numbered certificate of authenticity.

Obverse displays the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank‑Broadley, with the legend “ELIZABETH II NEW ZEALAND” and the year of issue.

Reverse features a detailed depiction of the Rakiura tokoeka kiwi walking on a beach on Rakiura Island in daylight. Behind the bird is a stylized sun motif. The reverse includes the English name “RAKIURA TOKOEKA”, the Latin name “Apteryx australis lawryi”, and the coin’s denomination.