2005 Subscription Silver Commemorative $1 Coin - 1855 Sydney Half Sovereign Silver Proof

Coin Details:

• Material: 99.9% fine silver.
• Finish: Proof finish with frosted elements.
• Features a gold-plated depiction of the 1855 Sydney Mint Half Sovereign.
• Diameter: 50mm.
• Weight: 60.50g.
• Final mintage: 11,845.

This 2005 Subscription Silver Commemorative $1 Coin, the ninth release in the Royal Australian Mint’s Subscription Series, marks a significant Australian and numismatic milestone, blending historical reverence with modern craftsmanship.

The coin commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Sydney Mint, paying tribute to its iconic 1855 Half Sovereign. This original coin, along with its full sovereign counterpart, holds the distinction of being the first sovereigns struck outside of Britain. Issued during the transformative Gold Rush era, these coins addressed a critical shortage across the British Empire.

Presentation:

• Presented in a display case.
• Packaging designed to complement the coin's historical theme.
• Outer box has sustained moderate damage.