2 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Aboriginal Man; Gold Proof
| Gold (.999) | 14.27 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 2001-2019 |
| Value | 2 Dollars 2 AUD = USD 1.38 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 14.27 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Thickness | 3.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#392910 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
A male Aboriginal Elder to the left
The five stars of the Southern Cross Constellation above
Denomination centre
Native grass trees to the right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2
DOLLARS
Designer: Horst Hahne
Edge
Four longer smooth segments between four reeded segments (five grooves each)
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.
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 2001-2019 Australian 2 Dollar Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Aboriginal Man; Gold Proof) coin is that it features the first-ever representation of an Indigenous Australian on a coin. The coin's design, created by artist Cathy Freeman, depicts an Aboriginal man with a traditional hairstyle and a boomerang in his hand, symbolizing the country's rich cultural heritage and history. This coin is a unique and meaningful way to acknowledge and honor the contributions and experiences of Australia's Indigenous peoples.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 193 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2005 | 629 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2006 | 300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2007 | 300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2014 | 47 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2015 | 47 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 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 2 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Aboriginal Man; Gold Proof) 2001-2019 coin.
