1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Discover Australia - Whale Shark) 2012 front 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Discover Australia - Whale Shark) 2012 back
1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Discover Australia - Whale Shark) 2012 photo

1 Dollar - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Discover Australia - Whale Shark

2012 year
Silver (.999) (Pad Printed) 31.1035 g 40.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Australia
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2012
Value
1 Dollar 1 AUD = USD 0.69
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)
Composition
Silver (.999) (Pad Printed)
Weight
31.1035 g
Diameter
40.6 mm
Thickness
4 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#215378
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

A Whale Shark swimming above a reef, in front of a coloured background.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DISCOVER AUSTRALIA 2012
WHALE SHARK
P 1oz 999 SILVER

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Released by the Perth Mint in 2012 this coin is the part of Second Series of Discover Australia Fine Silver (.999) Silver coins. The coin was released individually and as part of a Five coin Set.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique pad-printed design of a whale shark, which is a rare and endangered species found in the waters of Western Australia. The coin's design aims to raise awareness about the importance of conservation efforts and protecting marine life.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2012 P 520 - - - - - -

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