2013 $1 Coin - Bicentenary of the Holey Dollar & Dump - 'C' Mintmark

2013 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Bicentenary of the Holey Dollar & Dump: 'C' Mintmark

Celebrate the bicentenary of Australia’s first official currency with this 2013 commemorative $1 release. Issued by the Royal Australian Mint, this coin pays tribute to the Holey Dollar and Dump, introduced in 1813 by Governor Lachlan Macquarie to solve a desperate currency shortage in the early colony of New South Wales.

This specific edition features the prestigious 'C' Mintmark, signifying it was struck on the gallery press at the Royal Australian Mint in Canberra.

Key Features and Design:

• Numismatic History: Commemorates the 200th anniversary (1813–2013) of the ingenious solution where Spanish silver eight-reale coins were punched to create two distinct coins, effectively doubling the local supply.
• Creative Reverse: The design features a stylised representation of the Holey Dollar and the Dump, honouring the craftsmanship of William Henshall, the colony’s first "mint master."
• Canberra Mintmark: Features the 'C' Mintmark, a staple for collectors of the annual mintmark dollar series.
• Uncirculated Finish: Struck in aluminium bronze to the Mint’s high uncirculated standard, preserving the intricate details of this historic tribute.

Specifications:

• Year: 2013
• Denomination: $1
• Mintmark: 'C' (Canberra)
• Metal: Aluminium Bronze (92% Copper, 6% Aluminium, 2% Nickel)
• Weight: 9g
• Diameter: 25mm
• Finish: Uncirculated
• Mint: Royal Australian Mint
• Obverse: Features the 4th portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley.
• Numista Ref: N# 55747

Condition and Presentation:

• Condition: This coin remains in uncirculated condition.
• Presentation: Housed in the original official Royal Australian Mint fold-out presentation card, which includes detailed historical context.
• Packaging Note: Minor wear to the edges or corners of the card may be present due to the age of the release.
• Preservation: In some cases, coins may be housed in archival-quality Mylar coin flips for added protection.