2005 $1 Coin Set - Living Icons of Australia and New Zealand

2005 Living Icons of Australia and New Zealand $1 Coin Set

This two-coin set is a joint issue from the Perth Mint and New Zealand Post, celebrating the close bond between Australia and New Zealand that stretches back to the ANZACs.

• Year & Denomination: 2005 $1 Coin Set.
• Commemoration: Celebrates the living icons of Australia and New Zealand.
• Set Includes:
• Australian Coin: Features the classic kangaroo design by Stuart Devlin.
• New Zealand Coin: Features a Rowi (Kiwi) and its chick, a design by Ian Rank-Broadley.
• Obverse Design: Both coins proudly showcase the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley.
• Packaging: Presented in a card with an outer slip cover (slip covers show moderate wear).

About this Coin Set

This set is a symbolic tribute to the enduring friendship between Australia and New Zealand. By pairing the kangaroo and the kiwi, it highlights the shared heritage and unique natural icons of both nations. While the coins remain in uncirculated condition, the outer slip cover and card may show moderate wear, as is common for items of this age.