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PLATYPUS & WATER LILY – 2000 SYDNEY OLYMPICS – 1 oz Pure Silver Proof Coin – Royal Australian Mint
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PLATYPUS & WATER LILY – 2000 SYDNEY OLYMPICS – 1 oz Pure Silver Proof Coin – Royal Australian Mint
The silver coins depict the wider role of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games as a symbol of peace and cultural harmony, and the uniqueness of Australia’s environment. The Sydney 2000 Olympic Silver Coin Collection consists of 16 proof quality coins that have been released two at a time between October 1997 and February 2000. One coin in each release reflects the coming together of peoples and ideas in our culturally diverse nation, as expressed in the four great festivals being celebrated in Sydney leading up to the Olympic Games. The other coin highlights the environmental richness of the Australian continent. Each coin bears the mintmark of the Mint producing the coin. The 2000 Olympic Silver set comprises sixteen coins struck in 99.9% pure silver. These coins were designed to represent both Australia’s cultural history and environment. Design
- The platypus, one of Australia’s unique creatures, is the central feature of the reverse. The platypus is the inspiration for Syd, one of the three Olympic Games Mascots.
- A border of Australian water lilies surrounds the design. With violet flowers and broad flat leaves, these plants create a spectacular sight in tropical Australian wetlands.
Specifications Metal:999 Fine Silver Finish: Proof Diameter: 40.5 mm Scope of Delivery: Only Capsule Denomination: $5.00 Mintage: 100,000 Weight: 1 Troy oz