100 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Year of the Tiger - Gold Bullion Coin) 1998 front 100 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Year of the Tiger - Gold Bullion Coin) 1998 back
100 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Year of the Tiger - Gold Bullion Coin) 1998 photo
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100 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Year of the Tiger - Gold Bullion Coin

1998 year
Gold (.9999) 31.1035 g 39.34 mm
Description
Issuer
Australia
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1998
Value
100 Dollars 100 AUD = USD 69
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)
Composition
Gold (.9999)
Weight
31.1035 g
Diameter
39.34 mm
Thickness
2.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#100588
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Tiger springing to the right, Chinese character for Tiger above.

Scripts: Chinese, Latin

Lettering:

1998
1OZ 999 GOLD

Translation: 虎 = Tiger

Designer: Ing Ing Jong

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issued by the Perth Mint - $100 One Ounce Gold Lunar Series 1 Coin.

Proof coins have a diameter of 32.1 mm and are 2.8 mm thick.
BU coins have a diameter of 39.34 mm and are 2.3 mm thick.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1998 Australian 100 Dollar Gold Bullion Coin (4th Portrait - Year of the Tiger) is that it has a unique feature that sets it apart from other coins. The coin's reverse side features a design of a tiger's head, which is not only a symbol of power and strength but also a nod to the Chinese zodiac, as 1998 was the Year of the Tiger. This design element adds cultural significance to the coin, making it a sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1998  1918 - - - - - -

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