© Richard Thomas
© Richard Thomas
1 Dollar - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait -Posters of WW1 - Peace Bonds
2018 year| Silver (.999) (Pad printed) | 31.1035 g | - |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2018 |
| Value | 1 Dollar 1 AUD = USD 0.69 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) (Pad printed) |
| Weight | 31.1035 g |
| Size | 47.6 × 27.6 mm |
| Thickness | 4 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#198652 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
A coloured representation of the 'Buy Peace Bonds' poster headed by the inscription AUSTRALIAN PEACE BONDS. The Perth Mint's traditional 'P' mintmark and the coin's weight and fineness also appear in the design.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AUSTRALIAN
PEACE BONDS
Well Boy - You've done your Bit
What will Australia do for You?
BUY
PEACE BONDS
P 1oz 999 SILVER
Designer: Wade Robinson
Edge
Plain smooth
Comment
In 1919, as part of the initial peace bonds promotional campaign, the 'Well Boy - You've done your Bit. What will Australia do for you' poster was launched. The poster symbolised that even those who were not eligible for recruitment could still provide assistance and 'do their bit'for their country. The design depicted a young veteran in uniform being welcomed back to civilian life by an elderly farmer, with his flock of sheep and a drover in the background.