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2 Dollars In the name of Elizabeth II; 6th Portrait - Memorial Obverse
2023 year| Aluminium bronze (92% Copper, 6% Aluminium, 2% Nickel) | 6.6 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2023 |
| Value | 2 Dollars 2 AUD = USD 1.38 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze (92% Copper, 6% Aluminium, 2% Nickel) |
| Weight | 6.6 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Thickness | 3.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#364226 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
A male Aboriginal Elder to the left
The 5 stars of the Southern Cross Constellation above
Denomination centre
Native grass trees to the right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2
DOLLARS
Designer: Horst Hahne
Edge
Smooth with 4 short reeded segments (5 grooves each)
Comment
This Aluminium-bronze Coin was issued by the RAM on 4th May 2023 as part of a 2023 Six-Coin Uncirculated Set – Creatures of the Deep Lunch Kit. Each coin in the set has the special Queen Elizabeth II Memorial obverse.A snapshot of Australia’s vibrant underwater world is showcased on the Royal Australian Mint’s latest complete set of six uncirculated coins featuring the 2023 suite theme Creatures of the Deep, developed with CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency. Comprising a 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, $1 and $2 coin, the set is creatively presented in a recyclable cardboard coin box within a themed, thermal lunch bag with silicone snack pouch. Take a journey below the surface this lunchtime!
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique obverse design, known as the "Memorial Obverse," which was created specifically for this coin to commemorate the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II. This design features a portrait of the Queen that is surrounded by a wreath of flowers, and it is only available on this particular coin.
