New Zealand Mint’s 2026 Love is Precious release shines a spotlight on the Great Northern Diver, better known in North America as the common loon. This waterbird belongs to the diver family and is a thoughtful choice for the series. Common loons are typically monogamous, with many pairs staying together for life, making them a fitting symbol for love and long-term partnership. Today, 2026 1 oz Proof Colorized Niue Silver Love is Precious Great Northern Diver Coins are available at BullionMax.

Coin Highlights:

• Comes with a capsule and a heart-shaped box that includes a Certificate of Authenticity!
• Proof, colorized coins!
• Limited mintage of only 2,000 coins!
• Contains 1 troy oz of .999 pure silver.
• The face value of $2 (NZD) is fully backed by the Niuean government.
• On the obverse is a bust of King Charles III.
• The reverse features a colorized image of two loons surrounded by flowers.

During the warmer months, common loons are found across Canada, Alaska, and the northern United States. When winter arrives, they move to coastal waters. These birds hold cultural importance for many Indigenous communities and are often seen as symbols of quiet northern lakes and wild, natural spaces. Because loons are sensitive to pollution and changes to their habitat, their presence can help show how healthy an ecosystem is.

Each 2026 1 oz Proof Colorized Niue Silver Love is Precious Great Northern Diver Coin comes protected in a plastic capsule and is presented in a heart-shaped display box. The coin and case are packaged inside a Love is Precious outer box, and a Certificate of Authenticity is included. The reverse design stands out with rich and detailed colorization.

On the obverse of 2026 Proof Colorized Niue Silver Love is Precious Great Northern Diver Coins, you’ll see an effigy of King Charles III. He is shown in left-profile relief without a crown. This portrait was created by Jody Clark, who also designed the final effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, Charles III’s mother.

The reverse of 2026 1 oz Proof Colorized Silver Love is Precious Great Northern Diver Coins shows a bonded pair of common loons. They rest on the surface of a small pond, framed by bright, decorative flowers. The common loon is known for its striking black-and-white breeding plumage and its haunting, musical calls that carry across northern lakes. These birds are skilled divers and can plunge more than 200 feet below the surface while chasing fish, which make up most of their diet.

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