1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Rotary Centenary) 2005 front 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Rotary Centenary) 2005 back
1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Rotary Centenary) 2005 photo
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1 Dollar - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Rotary Centenary

2005 year
Silver (.999) 31.1035 g 40.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Australia
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2005
Value
1 Dollar 1 AUD = USD 0.69
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
31.1035 g
Diameter
40.6 mm
Thickness
4 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#157482
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Rotary's familiar symbol of a 6 spoked gear wheel with 24 cogs is depicted in blue and gold. Coin also features a starburst background and an inscribed banner above a band of stylised people holding hands.

Scripts: Latin, Latin (cursive)

Lettering:
A CENTURY OF SERVICE - A NEW CENTURY OF SUCCESS
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL
100 Years of Rotary

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Rotary was founded in Chicago by attorney Paul P. Harris on 23 February 1905. The first international club was formed in 1910 in Winnepeg, Canada. By 1921 clubs had been formed on 6 continents including Australia. The Perth Mint in conjunction with Australia Post issued a Stamp & Coin set with an issue of 7500.

Interesting fact

The 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Rotary Centenary) 2005 coin from Australia is unique because it features a special design that commemorates the 100th anniversary of Rotary International, a global organization that aims to bring together business and professional leaders to provide humanitarian service and advance world understanding. The coin's design includes the Rotary International logo and the words "Rotary Centenary 1905-2005" inscribed above the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. This coin is a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts and those interested in Rotary International's history and mission.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2005  3881 - - - - - -

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