2000 One Dollar Silver Proof HMAS Sydney
We Last Sold This Item For: | $30.00 |
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Last Sold On: | 24/10/2024 |
# Sold In Past 12 Months: | 3 |
2000 One Dollar Silver Proof HMAS Sydney
Obverse: Rank-Broadley portrait of Elizabeth II to right;
Reverse: HMAS Sydney II and wave
Purity: 99.9% | Weight: 11.66g | Diameter: 25.00mm | Nett: 0.37ozt
Mintage: 20,000
The HMAS Sydney II commemorative $1 coin, struck to an incredible proof condition in pure silver.
The proof silver one-dollar coins are the second most popular products that the RAM makes each year (the mint sets have been best sellers for decades!), largely due to the unique beauty and appeal of the coins when struck in silver.
There's something about seeing these commemorative designs when they've been struck in pure silver - the frosted relief on a mirrored background makes them stand out really well, and they look far better than they do when (if!) you can get them out of your change.
This $1 Fine Silver Proof Coin honours HMAS Sydney II and her 645 crew members, lost when SYDNEY was sunk by the German auxiliary cruiser Kormoran, on 19 November 1941.
Memorabilia relating to the wreck of the Sydney has risen strongly in value in recent years, interest in it remains strong partly due to the bitter controversy that rages over how and why the Sydney sunk without a trace.
The coin, case, outer shipper, and certificate are all included and remain in excellent condition.
SKU: 22543
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