2023 Ruaumoko – Guardian of Volcanoes 1oz Gold Proof Coin

Ranginui (the sky father) and Papatūānuku (the earth mother), the primordial parents, held each other in a tight embrace and bore many sons. Tāne - the god of the forest – separated his parents, creating the world of light. Rangi and Papa were heartbroken when they parted. The older brothers were infuriated by the endless rain and sadness, and decided to turn their mother away from her love. Rūaumoko was at his mother’s breast, so he was carried to the underworld. Rūaumoko still moves under the earth, creating earthquakes and volcanoes. 

Highlights

• Designed by Māori artist David Hakaraia  
• Each coin is minted from 1oz of 0.9999 gold 
• Extremely low worldwide mintage of 99 coins 
• Presented in an elegant display case with a certificate of authenticity. 

Design

Minted from 0.9999 gold, this coin features a detailed illustration of Rūaumoko under a volcano, with artwork by Wellington-based designer and artist David Hakaraia. The effigy of Her Majesty the late Queen Elizabeth II features on the obverse. 

Rūaumoko - Guardian of the Volcanoes represents one of many Māori stories that have been passed down for generations. Click here for more information about the coin issue.