© Royal Australian Mint
© Royal Australian Mint
1 Dollar - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Alphabet Collection - Letter Q - Silver Proof
| Silver (.999) (Pad Printed) | 11.66 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 2015-2017 |
| Value | 1 Dollar 1 AUD = USD 0.69 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) (Pad Printed) |
| Weight | 11.66 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 2.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#181054 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
The Letter Q Coin features the quaint and quirky Quokka, playfully interacting with the letter Q
Script: Latin
Lettering: Q
Designer: Bronwyn King
Edge
7 shorter smooth segments between 7 reeded segments (11 grooves each)
Comment
This coin was issued by the Royal Australian Mint from 2015 to 2017 as part of a series of 26 different $1 Coloured Reverse Frosted Uncirculated Fine Silver (.999) Alphabet Coins which capture the love of Australian animals and the alphabet. They were issued individually in capsules in a plush case.Aluminium-bronze versions of the coin were also issued and could be collected individually as issued in a card or included as part of the Baby Mint Set. Hidden objects are found on the coins.
The silver coins were issued in 2015 with a Violet "Q", 2016 with a Yellow "Q" and 2017 with a Blue "Q"
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it is part of a unique series featuring the letters of the alphabet, with each letter being represented by a different coin. This series was designed to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's reign, and the letter "Q" coin was released in 2015-2017. The coin's design features a stylized letter "Q" surrounded by a wreath of eucalyptus leaves, which is a nod to Australia's national floral emblem. The use of silver and pad printing techniques adds to the coin's aesthetic appeal, making it a sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2016 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2017 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Alphabet Collection - Letter Q - Silver Proof) 2015-2017 coin.
