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Downies Collectables  |  SKU: GX025

Australia Indigenous Elder 1988 $2 Silver Proof Coin

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  • Australia’s first $2 date – issued by the Royal Australian Mint.
  • Struck to immaculate Proof quality from 8.43 grams of sterling silver.
  • Official Australian legal tender issue – spans 20.50mm in diameter.
  • Portrays an Australian Indigenous elder, beneath the Southern Cross.
  • Designed by the Royal Australian Mint’s Horst Hahne.
  • Obverse bears Raphael Maklouf’s portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. 

A must-have for every collection, we are delighted to present the Indigenous Elder 1988 $2 Silver Proof Coin!

Driven from use by inflation, and by the obvious contrast in cost efficiency when compared with a more durable $2 coin, Australia’s $2 banknote was consigned to the pages of history in the 1980s. To celebrate this major milestone in the nation’s currency history, the first $2 was not only struck for circulation in aluminium-bronze – it was struck as a special commemorative issue in silver!

Created by Royal Australian Mint designer Horst Hahne, the first $2 was Australia’s third currency issue to recognise Australia’s indigenous heritage. Depicting an aboriginal elder beneath the Southern Cross, this groundbreaking type was struck by the Royal Australian Mint in 1988 – the year that marked the 200th anniversary of European settlement of Australia.

A highly sought after date in Australia’s decimal series, there’s no doubt that the nation’s first $2 issue is especially desirable when struck to immaculate Proof quality from sterling silver. A sparkling addition to any collection, secure your coin now! Click add to cart!

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Downies Collectables

Australia Indigenous Elder 1988 $2 Silver Proof Coin

$179.00 AUD

Issued By

Royal Australian Mint

Country of Issue

Australia

Year of Issue

1988

Denomination

$2

Grade

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Metal

Silver

Quality

Proof

Dimensions

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Mintage

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Diameter (mm)

20.5

Brand

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Scale

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Release Date

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Race team

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ETA

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Limited Edition

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A must-have for every collection, we are delighted to present the Indigenous Elder 1988 $2 Silver Proof Coin!

Driven from use by inflation, and by the obvious contrast in cost efficiency when compared with a more durable $2 coin, Australia’s $2 banknote was consigned to the pages of history in the 1980s. To celebrate this major milestone in the nation’s currency history, the first $2 was not only struck for circulation in aluminium-bronze – it was struck as a special commemorative issue in silver!

Created by Royal Australian Mint designer Horst Hahne, the first $2 was Australia’s third currency issue to recognise Australia’s indigenous heritage. Depicting an aboriginal elder beneath the Southern Cross, this groundbreaking type was struck by the Royal Australian Mint in 1988 – the year that marked the 200th anniversary of European settlement of Australia.

A highly sought after date in Australia’s decimal series, there’s no doubt that the nation’s first $2 issue is especially desirable when struck to immaculate Proof quality from sterling silver. A sparkling addition to any collection, secure your coin now! Click add to cart!

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