10 Cents - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Lyrebird; Gold Proof) 2001-2019 front 10 Cents - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Lyrebird; Gold Proof) 2001-2019 back
10 Cents - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Lyrebird; Gold Proof) 2001-2019 photo
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10 Cents - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Lyrebird; Gold Proof

 
Gold (.999) 12.14 g 23.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Australia
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
2001-2019
Value
10 Cents 0.10 AUD = USD 0.07
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
12.14 g
Diameter
23.6 mm
Thickness
1.76 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#392194
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Male Superb Lyrebird (Menura novaehollandiae), denomination superimposed.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10
SD

Designer: Stuart Devlin

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issued by the RAM as part of Proof 999 Gold Off Metal Sets in various years between 2001 and 2019.

 

2001 part of Centenary of Federation six coin gold proof set.

2005 part of 60 years since WWII six coin gold proof set.

2006 part of 40 years since Decimal currency eight coin gold proof set.

2007 part of Australian Surf Life Saving six coin gold proof set.

2014 part of standard circulating coin six coin gold proof set.

2015 part of standard circulating coin six coin gold proof set.

2016 part of 50 years since Decimal currency eight coin gold proof set.

2017 part of standard circulating coin six coin gold proof set.

2018 part of 100 years Armistice six coin gold proof set.

2019 part of standard circulating coin six coin gold proof set.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Cents - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Lyrebird; Gold Proof) 2001-2019 from Australia is that it features a unique design of the Lyrebird, a native Australian bird known for its ability to mimic the sounds of other birds and animals. The coin's design showcases the Lyrebird in a natural setting, surrounded by foliage and with a crescent moon visible in the background. This design was created by the Royal Australian Mint's chief engraver, Vladimir Gottwald, and it adds a touch of uniqueness to the coin.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2001  193 - - - - - -
2005  629 - - - - - -
2006  300 - - - - - -
2007  300 - - - - - -
2014  47 - - - - - -
2015  47 - - - - - -
2016  100 - - - - - -
2017  50 - - - - - -
2018  50 - - - - - -
2019  50 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Cents - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Lyrebird; Gold Proof) 2001-2019 coin.