New Zealand 10 Cents / One Shilling

Brief Description

Features a Koruru (Maori carved mask) with the large numeral '10' at the top and the words 'ONE SHILLING' at the bottom. This specific version includes dual markings to bridge the transition to decimal currency.

Historical Significance

This coin was issued during New Zealand's transition from the British-style £sd (pounds, shillings, pence) system to the decimal dollar system on July 10, 1967. The dual denomination design helped the public understand that the new 10-cent coin had the same value as the old one-shilling coin.

Estimated Value

$0.10 - $2.00 USD (Depends heavily on condition; circulated examples are generally face value or slightly above for silver content hunters, though these 1967- era coins are copper-nickel).

Care Instructions

Do not clean the coin with chemicals or abrasives, as this can permanently damage the surface and reduce collector value. Store in a dry, cool place, preferably in a non-PVC coin flip or holder to prevent oxidation.

Created At: 2026-02-21T16:45:19.701135