2002 $1 Coin - Year of the Outback

2002 $1 Year of the Outback Commemorative Coin

Capture the spirit of the Australian heartland with the 2002 $1 "Year of the Outback" commemorative coin. This release celebrates the rugged beauty, vast landscapes, and enduring resilience of Australia’s iconic inland regions. The design features the official Year of the Outback logo, a dynamic motif that has become a favourite among collectors for its representation of Australian identity.

This coin was released with various mintmarks and counterstamps, each signifying the specific location where the coin was struck or issued.

Key Features and Specifications

• Year of Issue: 2002
• Theme: Year of the Outback
• Reverse Design: Features the stylized Year of the Outback logo.
• Obverse Design: Features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
• Available Markings & Mintages:
  • 'C' Mintmark (Canberra): 68,447 (Gallery Press & General Sale)
  • 'S' Counterstamp (Sydney): 36,931 (Royal Sydney Show)
  • 'M' Counterstamp (Melbourne): 31,694 (Royal Melbourne Show)
  • 'B' Counterstamp (Brisbane): 32,698 (ANDA Show)
• Composition: Aluminium Bronze
• Legal Tender: Official Australian $1 coin.

Condition and Presentation

Each coin is supplied in its original Royal Australian Mint presentation card, preserving its historical context and authenticity.

Condition Note:

• Card Condition: While generally clean, some cards may display minor shelf wear due to age and may be supplied folded as per the original issue.
• Coin Condition: As is common with aluminium-bronze coins of this era, some pieces may display attractive natural toning, adding unique character to the coin.
• Preservation: To ensure the highest level of protection, some coins may be transferred to archival-quality Mylar coin flips if the original housing has become compromised.