The Mint of Poland is honoured to announce issuing the "Hyacinth Macaw" coin of the series "SOS to the World — Endangered Animal Species" dedicated to the rarest animal species, which are in danger of going extinct.

The coin has been manufactured to remind us, human beings, of the duty of taking the greatest care of endangered species. Its’ wonderful craftsmanship as well as the high quality design and decorations have made this piece a bright spot of any collection. 

Its unconventional design and numerous decorations will satisfy all real connoisseurs of art and beauty.

Obverse: In the central part of the coin – an image of a tree with images representing animals, which are the themes of the coins of the series. Above – a miniature profile picture of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the mint mark (m/w). Along the rim – inscriptions: ELIZABETH II, NIUE ISLAND (the issuer), 1 DOLLAR (the face value), 2014 (the year of issue), Ag 999 (the hallmark).

Reverse: In the central part of the coin – two multi-coloured images of the Hyacinth Macaw. Below – an image of a map, showing the location of occurrence of the bird. Along the rim – inscriptions: ENDANGERED ANIMAL SPECIES (the name of the series), HYACINTH MACAW (the name of the coin).

Сountry: Niue Island
Data of issue: December, 2013
Face value: 1 Dollar
Metal: Silver .999
Weight: 17,50 g
Diameter: 38,61 mm
Quality: Proof
Mintage: 2,000 pcs

The coin, struck on behalf of the Government of Niue by the Mint of Poland in Warsaw and designed by Dobrochna Surajewska.