Obverse: the obverse of the coin depicts the Virgin Mary holding baby Jesus in her arms. The design is surrounded by the inscriptions “CHRISTMAS ISLAND”, the denomination “$1”, and the phrase “REJOICING GIVING”. This religious motif symbolizes love, peace, and the spirit of Christmas.
Reverse: the reverse features the coat of arms of Kiribati – a frigate bird flying above a rising sun and ocean waves. Below are the inscription “KIRIBATI 2012” and the national motto “TE MAURI TE RAOI AO TE TABOMOA”.
About the coin: this commemorative gold coin was issued in 2012 and dedicated to Christmas themes and Christian values. The coin’s design stands out with its gentle religious imagery and finely crafted details. Such coins are highly popular among collectors of religious, Christmas, and commemorative coins worldwide.
