1 Dollar - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Kookaburra Penny
2008 year| Silver (.999) | 60.46 g | 50 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 1 Dollar 1 AUD = USD 0.69 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 60.46 g |
| Diameter | 50 mm |
| Thickness | 4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#71203 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Re-creation of a 1921 Kookaburra Penny, type 12 (reverse)
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1921 KOOKABURRA PENNY
AUSTRALIA
ONE PENNY
ONE DOLLAR
Designer: Wojciech Pietranik
Edge
Reeded
Comment
12th coin in the RAM Silver Proof Subscription Series that ran until 2011Released by the RAM in 2008 this proof coin commemorated the Square Kookaburra Penny coin that was never released to circulation. The coin was released in a capsule in a plush case with limited edition certificate.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2008 Australian Kookaburra Penny 1 Dollar silver coin is that it features a unique reverse design that changes every year, making it a highly sought-after collector's item. The coin's reverse features a Kookaburra, a native Australian bird known for its distinctive call, which is depicted in a different pose each year. This adds a element of excitement for collectors who eagerly await the release of the new design each year. Additionally, the coin's high silver content and limited mintage make it a valuable addition to any collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 6592 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 - Kookaburra Penny) 2008 coin.
