2013 New Zealand Silver Taku Turtle 1 Ounce (oz) BU
The Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata bissa), or locally named Taku, is one of two main turtle species of the South Pacific island nation of Fiji. Although they have a wide distribution throughout the world's tropical regions, Hawksbill Turtles are considered critically endangered due to human fishing practices. Taku grow up to a metre in length and a weight of 80kg, although the heaviest on record weighed 127kg.
| Specifications: |
| Metal: |
.999 Fine Silver |
| Weight: |
1 Troy Ounce |
| Denomination: |
$2 |
| Edge: |
Milled |
| Diameter: |
40.5mm |
