2 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Australian Kookaburra; Hammered Silver King Edward Penny
2000 year| Silver (.999) | 62.207 g | 50.3 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2000 |
| Value | 2 Dollars 2 AUD = USD 1.38 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 62.207 g |
| Diameter | 50.3 mm |
| Thickness | 4.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#160893 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Kookaburra on a branch (similar to KM# 616) with a special privy mark depicting the overlapping reverse and obverse designs of an English Hammered Silver King Edward penny, struck between 1272-1327 AD. Known as the Long Cross Penny, as depicted on the reverse, the long cross design was introduced during this period to alleviate the problem of people ‘clipping’ the coin edges. A stylized, non-realistic portrait of the reigning English Monarch, Edward I, is shown on the obverse.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE AUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA 2 oz. 999 SILVER
CIVI | TAS | CAN | TOR
ЄDWR ANGL
2000
Designer: Sara Langridge
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique "hammered" finish, which gives it a textured and slightly irregular surface. This was achieved through a special minting process that involved striking the coin multiple times with a hammer to create a distinctive, hand-crafted look. This finish is particularly fitting for the coin's depiction of the Australian kookaburra, a bird known for its distinctive call and playful nature. The hammered finish adds a tactile element to the coin, making it stand out from other coins and creating a sense of connection to the natural world.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 - Australian Kookaburra; Hammered Silver King Edward Penny) 2000 coin.
