New Zealand
crown
QEII 1953
Coronation
What is a 1953 New Zealand crown coin worth?
Values, images, and specifications for the 1953 crown from NZ.
The retail value of a 1953
New Zealand 'Coronation'
crown can range from $2
to over $20, depending
on grade, condition,
desirability, and demand.
Our guide below shows retail
estimates based on grade.
www.allcoinvalues.com
VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
$2 | $4 | $6 | $13 | $16 | $20+ |
Values are in New Zealand Dollars
Based on European Grading System
Further information on grading, condition, detractors, and
how to assess your coin can be found further down this page.
The 1953 New Zealand 'Coronation'
commemorative crown reverse shows
Elizabeth's royal monogram, (E II R), with the
royal crown above, and a Maori design below.
The Southern Cross frames the main design.
The surrounding legend reads:
'NEW ZEALAND CROWN + 1953'.
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The obverse features the laureate bust of
young Queen Elizabeth II facing right.
The legend reads:
'QUEEN ELIZABETH THE SECOND'.
images courtesy of N. Smith
Notes:
Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II commemorative.
Last New Zealand crown.
Monarch | Queen Elizabeth II |
Edge | reeded |
Weight | 28.47 grams |
Diameter | 38.6 mm |
Comp | cupro-nickel |
Minted | London, England |
Mintage | approx. 257,000 |
Scarcity | relatively common for period |
Obverse | Mary Gillick |
Reverse | Robert Conly |
1953 New Zealand
crown specifications
Coronation commemorative
1953 New Zealand
crown design
Coronation commemorative
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Grading Terms
VG | Very Good |
F | Fine |
VF | Very Fine |
EF | Extremely Fine |
aUnc | about Uncirculated |
Unc | Uncirculated |