15 Dollars - Elizabeth II - Dreaming Echidna - 4th Portrait, Discover Australia Funa (2009)
Features
| Denomination | 15 Dollars |
| Catalog Number | KM# 1236 |
| Weight (g) | 3.112 |
| Diameter (mm) | 16.1 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.32 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Platinum (.9995) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 214.91 |
| Currency Value (USD) | 10.42 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Engraved by Ian Rank-Broadley
Lettering:
ELIZABETH II
AUSTRALIA
IRB
15 DOLLARS
Description:
Fourth crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara, framed by inscriptions ELIZABETH II, AUSTRALIA," and the face value “15 DOLLARS" below.
ELIZABETH II
AUSTRALIA
IRB
15 DOLLARS
Description:
Fourth crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara, framed by inscriptions ELIZABETH II, AUSTRALIA," and the face value “15 DOLLARS" below.
Reverse
Engraved by Darryl Bellotti
Lettering:
DISCOVER AUSTRALIA
P DB
2009 ECHIDNA 1/10oz 9995 PLATINUM
Description:
The reverse presents an artistic and symbolic depiction of the Echidna, designed in a stylized Aboriginal-inspired pattern. The animal is portrayed curled within a circular motif, surrounded by radiating geometric lines and decorative dots, evoking traditional indigenous art. Beneath the figure runs a colored seven eggs and background of earthy tones, symbolizing the Australian landscape. The inscription identifies the theme "DISCOVER AUSTRALIA" curves along the upper edge and its name accompanied by weight, purity, and metal content "2009 ECHIDNA 1/10oz 9995 PLATINUM" are inscribed close to the bottom rim. In the right field, The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark appears and the designer's initials (DB) are also incorporated into the design below on the Echidna's hind leg.
DISCOVER AUSTRALIA
P DB
2009 ECHIDNA 1/10oz 9995 PLATINUM
Description:
The reverse presents an artistic and symbolic depiction of the Echidna, designed in a stylized Aboriginal-inspired pattern. The animal is portrayed curled within a circular motif, surrounded by radiating geometric lines and decorative dots, evoking traditional indigenous art. Beneath the figure runs a colored seven eggs and background of earthy tones, symbolizing the Australian landscape. The inscription identifies the theme "DISCOVER AUSTRALIA" curves along the upper edge and its name accompanied by weight, purity, and metal content "2009 ECHIDNA 1/10oz 9995 PLATINUM" are inscribed close to the bottom rim. In the right field, The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark appears and the designer's initials (DB) are also incorporated into the design below on the Echidna's hind leg.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 P | 2,500 | Perth Mint, Proof | Unknown |