2026 Manuka Beetle 2oz Silver Coloured High Relief Proof Coin

Please Note: The 2026 Mānuka Beetle 2oz Silver Proof Coloured Coin marks the final commemorative coin issue and the last new coin design released by NZ Post, making it a significant and historic release for collectors.

Celebrate a profoundly historic milestone in numismatics with the spectacular 2026 New Zealand Post Mānuka Beetle 2oz Silver Coloured High Relief Proof Coin. This remarkable rectangular release holds immense significance as it marks the final commemorative coin issue and the very last new coin design ever released by New Zealand Post, bringing a poignant close to an esteemed era of world-class coin minting.

Expertly struck from two ounces of .999 fine silver, this exquisite piece features a deeply mirrored proof finish that perfectly highlights a spectacular high-relief Mānuka beetle. The life-size insect, known scientifically as Pyronota festiva, is masterfully enhanced with vibrant, iridescent colour that perfectly captures its natural metallic brilliance against the pristine silver background. Housed securely in a premium display case with a clear perspex window, this treasure ensures pristine preservation and commanding presentation.

With an exceptionally strict worldwide mintage of only 400 pieces, this legal tender New Zealand treasure offers a rare acquisition for dedicated proof collectors and remembrance enthusiasts. Its combination of historic significance, elite craftsmanship, and unique rectangular format makes it an absolute necessity for any premium numismatic portfolio.