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½ Crown - Elizabeth II Bicentenary of Australia - Dingo; Platinum Proof
1988 year| Platinum (.999) | 15.55 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1988 |
| Value | ½ Crown |
| Currency | Crown (1970-date) |
| Composition | Platinum (.999) |
| Weight | 15.55 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#389960 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dingo in front of train
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1788 · BICENTENARY OF AUSTRALIA · 1988
Pt 999 1/2 OUNCE
CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design of a dingo, which is a wild dog native to Australia, on its reverse side. This design was created to commemorate the bicentenary of Australia's discovery by British explorer James Cook in 1770. The dingo is depicted in a naturalistic pose, surrounded by a rural landscape, and is a distinct departure from the traditional designs found on coins issued by the Isle of Man. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number of platinum proof coins minted in 1988.
