2 Cents - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Fine Silver Proof - Error
2006 year| Silver (.999) | 6.03 g | 21.59 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2006 |
| Value | 2 Cents 0.02 AUD = USD 0.014 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 6.03 g |
| Diameter | 21.59 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#337736 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Frill-necked Lizard (Chlamydosaurus kingii), also known as the Frilled Dragon, endemic to Australia and south New Guinea.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2
SD
Designer: Stuart Devlin
Edge
Plain
Comment
[b]2006 Proof Two Cent Mature Bust in Silver - Error Coin
The 2006 silver two cent bearing Ian Rank-Broadley’s Portrait of Elizabeth II is a world-class rarity, currently known by just two coins, according to Australian coin dealer Drake Sterling. Prior to their discovery, rumours whirled about their existence, and it wasn’t long before an example appeared on the market. That coin was purchased by a north-west Sydney collector, who submitted it to PCGS. The coin subsequently scored a perfect 70. The second coin was acquired from a Melbourne source, and subsequently graded PR69DC by PCGS. A passionate coin collector, who is also from the north west of Sydney, obtained that coin, and is thought to still have it in their collection.
The coins were found in the 2006 fine silver set. The standard silver two cent piece in that set contains the young bust of Queen Elizabeth by Arnold Machin, but at least two sets contained the updated IRB mature bust. PCGS describes the coin a mule, but as both the copper and gold versions of the coin have identical designs, one could just as easily call the error version an off-metal strike too.
The number of 2006 proof silver 4th Effigy, mature bust, two cent pieces in existence is not known, and as few collectors seem to be aware of the coin, the undiscovered coins may remain unidentified for many years to come.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2006 Australian 2 Cents Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Fine Silver Proof - Error) coin is that it features a rare error, known as a "double-struck" error. This occurs when the coin is struck twice, resulting in a double impression of the design on the coin's surface. This error can be seen on the coin's obverse (front) side, where the Queen's image appears to be doubled. This error adds uniqueness and value to the coin, making it highly sought after by collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Cents - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Fine Silver Proof - Error) 2006 coin.
