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1 Dollar - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Treasures of Australia - Opals
2008 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1035 g | 40.6 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 | 31.1035 g |
| Diameter | 40.6 mm |
| Thickness | 4 mm |
| Shape | Round ((Locket with Opals)) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#274590 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
The design depicts an abstract interpretation of the Australian landscape.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
JG
TREASURES OF AUSTRALIA
Designer: Justin Graham
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Fine opal is sought after for its brilliant iridescence - unique and magical interplays of colour created by the inner diffraction of white light into dazzling rainbow hues. The more intense the 'play of colour' from within, the more valuable the opal.Australia produces around 95% of the world's opals, including gem quality opal from the South Australian town of Coober Pedy, and coveted Black Opal from Lightning Ridge in New South Wales. A token of hope in ancient times, opal is the modern birthstone of people born in October.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Treasures of Australia - Opals) 2008 coin from Australia is that it features a unique opal design on the reverse side, which is meant to represent the country's rich opal mining history and industry. The use of opal in the design adds a touch of color and beauty to the coin, making it stand out from other coins in the Treasures of Australia series.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 7500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 - Treasures of Australia - Opals) 2008 coin.
