© Royal Australian Mint
© Royal Australian Mint
1 Dollar - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Year of the Rooster - Large Silver Proof
2017 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1035 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| Value | 1 Dollar 1 AUD = USD 0.69 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.1035 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#96331 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Rooster sitting on a branch, Chinese symbol for Rooster at right
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
2017
公鸡
YEAR OF
THE
ROOSTER
Translation: 公鸡 - = Rooster
Designer: Vladimir Gottwald
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Chinese Zodiac is based on a twelve year cycle, each year being represented by an animal. People born in the "Year of the Rooster" are hard workers, shrewd and definite in decision making. Famous Roosters are "Martin Luthor King III", "Jennifer Lopez" & "Fan Bingbing".Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Year of the Rooster - Large Silver Proof) 2017 from Australia is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a rooster standing on one leg, surrounded by intricate details and patterns. This design is a nod to the Year of the Rooster in the Chinese lunar calendar, which is believed to symbolize hard work, loyalty, and punctuality. The coin's obverse features the fourth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Ian Rank-Broadley. This coin is a beautiful representation of the fusion of Australian and Chinese cultures, making it a sought-after collectible for coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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