1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Echidna Dreaming) 2009 front 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Echidna Dreaming) 2009 back
1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Echidna Dreaming) 2009 photo
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1 Dollar - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Echidna Dreaming

2009 year
Silver (.999) (Pad Printed) 31.1035 g 36.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Australia
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2009
Value
1 Dollar 1 AUD = USD 0.69
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)
Composition
Silver (.999) (Pad Printed)
Weight
31.1035 g
Diameter
36.6 mm
Thickness
4 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#366751
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Echidna dreaming, coloured background

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DISCOVER AUSTRALIA
P DB
2009 ECHIDNA 1oz 999 SILVER

Designer: Darryl Bellotti

Edge

Reeded

Comment

5th coin in the Perth Mint's Australia Dreaming series of Silver Proof coloured $1 coins featuring various Australian fauna.

Interesting fact

The 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Echidna Dreaming) 2009 coin from Australia features a unique design that showcases the echidna, a small, burrowing mammal native to Australia, in a dreamlike pose. This design was created by the Royal Australian Mint's chief engraver, Vladimir Gottwald, and is a departure from the traditional portraits of Queen Elizabeth II that are commonly featured on coins. The use of pad printing technology allows for intricate details and colorful designs, making this coin a standout in any collection.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2009 P 5859 - - - - - -

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