2017 Tuvalu $1 Coin - Diwali Festival 2017

2017 $1 "Happy Diwali" Coloured Uncirculated Coin

Ex-PNC Single coloured uncirculated coin, recently removed from an official 2017 Australia Post / Perth Mint "Festival of Lights" Postal Numismatic Cover (PNC). Supplied in a brand-new 2x2 Mylar coin flip for protection.

Coin Specifications

• 2017 $1 Commemorative Coin celebrating Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights.
• Historical Significance: This cultural tribute celebrates the spiritual victory of light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance. It was a landmark joint release between Australia Post and the Perth Mint.
• Condition Standard: Struck to Uncirculated standard by the Perth Mint.
• Reverse Design: Features a vivid, multi-coloured representation of Lakshmi, the Hindu Goddess of wealth and prosperity, seated on a lotus flower with gold coins pouring from her hands.
• Mintmark: Includes the Perth Mint’s traditional "P" mintmark.
• Obverse Design: Features the 4th portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley.
• Issuing Authority: Issued as legal tender under the authority of the Government of Tuvalu.
• Mintage Information: Strictly limited to 10,000 coins (specific to the PNC release).
• Technical Specs: Aluminium-Bronze, 13.50g (approx) weight, 30.60mm diameter.

Please Note:

• Package Contents: This listing is for the single coloured coin only. It does not include the original 2017 stamp, envelope, or the illustrative carding from the PNC.
• Condition Disclaimer: This coin has been carefully removed from a damaged postal cover. As an "ex-PNC" specimen, it retains its original mint lustre and vibrant colour, though minor surface marks or natural aging may be present.
• Image Note: Images reflect the actual condition of the coin(s) available; the colours remain crisp and the strike is sharp.