New Zealand Mint will be shipping their new 'Ocean Predators' coin series, NZ Mint Great Barracuda 1 oz Silver Coin starting from November 11th 2014. Only 2,000 pieces of the .999 fine silver proof coin will be released. The coin is a Niue Island legal tender.
The coin reverse depicts a finely engraved Great Barracuda, set within a porthole-inspired border design. A proof quality background is broken up by dynamic splashes of water, illustrating the speed of this powerful predator.
The coin obverse features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Technical Specifications:
Metal: 999 Fine Silver
Finish: Proof
Diameter: 40mm (nominal)
Edge: Milled
Denomination: $2
Year of Issue: 2015
Mintage: 2,000
Weight: 1 Troy oz.
The Ocean Predators - Great Barracuda 1 oz Silver coin is packaged in a cylindrical shaped water-filled coin case. The colourful and shimmery outer packaging is inspired by the appearance of the Great Barracuda. When opened, the coin and Certificate of Authenticity are displayed.
The Great Barracuda, Sphyraena barracuda, is a predatory, ray-finned species of fish found all around the globe. Though predominantly located in surface water near harbours, estuaries and sheltered reef areas, the Barracuda can also be found in the open sea. A curious and fearsome-looking hunter, Barracudas have a diurnal and solitary nature. They are distinguished by a torpedo-shaped, green-to-blue toned body, that can grow up to 1.5 m (4.9 ft) in length and reach a weight of 23 kg (51 lb). The lower jaw juts out beyond the upper, and is lined with razor sharp teeth. Large eyes are set into the Barracuda’s pointed head, which combined with a strong tail fin gives the fish a streamlined appearance, enabling it to reach speeds in excess of 43 km/h (27 mph).
For more information about NZ Mint Great Barracuda 1 oz Silver Coin, you can visit New Zealand Mint website www.nzmint.com.
