2010 Fiji 1 oz Silver $2 Taku BU

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In 2010, a captivating new numismatic journey began with the release of a coin dedicated to the natural wonders of the Pacific. Struck by the New Zealand Mint, located in Auckland, this issue represents the very first entry in the Silver Taku series. Though minted in New Zealand, which produces coinage for several Pacific nations, this legal tender two-dollar coin was issued for Fiji. The design showcases the hawksbill turtle, locally known as the taku, navigating shallow coastal waters. On the coin, the turtle is depicted swimming gracefully amidst a trail of small, rising bubbles. In the wild, these critically endangered creatures inhabit the tropical waters of the Pacific, Indian, and Atlantic Oceans, showing a strong preference for coral reefs and coastlines. They are known to travel vast distances to reach their nesting grounds, occasionally being sighted as far south as New Zealand. Struck from one troy ounce of 0.999 fine silver, the coin balances its marine theme with traditional elements. The other side features the classic likeness of Queen Elizabeth II alongside the year 2010. The inscriptions on the coin include FIJI, ELIZABETH II, and the denomination of 2 DOLLARS, marking a beautiful intersection of island geography, marine biology, and Commonwealth tradition.