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Christmas tradition

Throughout many countries in the world, Christmas is a time of celebration and for honouring the ideals of peace, joy, hope and happiness. One of the forgotten traditions of the festive season, is the giving and receiving of coins. Throughout history, coins and medallions have been given to loved ones for their precious metal value and as a token of respect, affection and esteem. 

Gemstone locket design

The coin’s reverse portrays a joyful abstract design, inspired by snow crystals and Christmas ornaments. The coin incorporates a transparent locket containing an array of semi-precious gemstones which can be viewed from both sides. The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark is also featured in the design. The coin's obverse depicts the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the monetary denomination and the 2012 year-date.

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Presentation packaging

Each coin is presented in a stunningly illustrated presentation card which opens out to display the coin, with room to write a festive message on the inside of this card.

Specifications

Specifications

Year 2012
Metal Silver
Silver Content (Troy oz) 1.000
Monetary Denomination (AUD) 1.00
Fineness (% purity) 99.90
Minimum Gross Weight (g) 31.135
Maximum Diameter (mm) 40.60
Maximum Thickness (mm) 4.50
Maximum Mintage 5,000
Finish Proof
Legal Tender Australia
Effigy Ian Rank-Broadley design of H.M. Queen Elizabeth II
Designer Aleysha Howarth

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