1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Treasures of Australia - Sapphires) 2007 front 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Treasures of Australia - Sapphires) 2007 back
1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Treasures of Australia - Sapphires) 2007 photo

1 Dollar - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Treasures of Australia - Sapphires

2007 year
Silver (.999) 31.1035 g 40.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Australia
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2007
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 Sapphires)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#137922
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

This design is an abstract interpretation of the Australian landscape.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
JG
TREASURES OF AUSTRALIA

Designer: Justin Graham

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Sapphires have been mined commercially in Australia since the 19th century, primarily in Queensland and New South Wales. Normally found in alluvial deposits, they belong to group second only in hardness to diamonds. They occur im many different colours - orange, yell, pink and purple, but blue is the principle colour of a sapphire. There is said to be a shade for every hue of sky - morning, midday and evening. Through time, the sapphire has been linked with many special properties, including wisdom, loyalty and healing. It is the modern birthstone of people born in September.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Treasures of Australia - Sapphires) 2007 coin from Australia is that it features a unique design that showcases a sapphire cluster, which is a nod to the country's rich history of sapphire mining. The coin's design also includes a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, making it a unique blend of Australian culture and royal heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2007  7500 - - - - - -

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