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New Zealand Mint · Niue
Niue Hawksbill Turtle 1 oz
1 troy oz — 99.9% Silversilvercurrent
Continuation of the Fiji Taku turtle series, now issued for Niue by the New Zealand Mint. Features the hawksbill sea turtle.
Physical Specifications
| Mass | 31.107 g |
| Troy Ounces | 1 oz |
| Diameter | 40.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.3 mm |
| Edge | milled |
| Purity | 99.9% Silver |
| Fineness | 0.999 |
| Density | 10.5 g/cm³ |
| Face Value | 2 NZD |
| Series | Hawksbill Turtle |
| First Minted | 2014 |
Authentication Reference
Use these values to verify an authentic Niue Hawksbill Turtle 1 oz. All tests can be performed with a digital scale, callipers, and the EON ping tester.
Weight
31.107grams
Use a 0.001 g digital scale. Calibrate first with a known object (a €2 coin = 8.50g).
Dimensions
Diameter40.5mm
Thickness2.3mm
Use plastic callipers (not steel — avoid scratching). Or use the camera tool with a bank card as reference (ISO 7810: 85.60mm × 53.98mm).