New Zealand 1967 — 1 Dollar (Pick 163as, Fleming Signature, TDLR Overprint Specimen, PMG 66 EPQ Gem Uncirculated)
The 1967 one-dollar specimen represents the inaugural issue of New Zealand’s decimal currency system and carries the signature of Roderick Ninian Fleming, the first Chief Cashier to appear on the new dollar series. Issued during the ND (1967–1968) period, Fleming’s tenure covered only the opening phase of decimalization—from the introduction of the currency in July 1967 until his retirement in 1969—making his signature scarce across all denominations and particularly significant on early specimen formats. Printed by Thomas De La Rue & Company, London, this specimen was produced as part of the initial reference and presentation group prepared for institutional distribution. ... Read more →