Crown coin values - New Zealand

New Zealand

crown

1933 to 1965

Values, images, and specifications for New Zealand

crown coins from 1933 to 1965.

New Zealand's first crown

was minted in 1935.

Three crown coins were

minted as commemorative

editions to celebrate

important historical events

as they occurred.

1935: rememberance of the Waitangi Treaty

1949: the proposed Royal Visit 

1953: the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II

Prior to 1933 United Kingdom currency

was the official legal tender of New Zealand,

although Australian coins and notes were

also generally accepted.

60 pennies = 5 shillings

= 1 crown = 1/4 of a pound