15 Dollars - Elizabeth II - Geraldton wax - 4th Portrait, Discover Australia Flora (2008)
Features
| Denomination | 15 Dollars |
| Catalog Number | KM# 1203 |
| Weight (g) | 3.112 |
| Diameter (mm) | 16.1 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.5 |
| 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
Lettering:
DISCOVER AUSTRALIA
1/10 OZ PLATINUM 9995 2008 GERALDTON WAX
Description:
On the reverse, the coin presents a finely detailed, colored image of the Chamelaucium uncinatum, the Geraldton waxflower, Geraldton wax — delicate white flowers, rich green leaves, symbolizing the urban garden of Australia. The inscription identifies the theme "DISCOVER AUSTRALIA" curves along the upper edge, its name "GERALDTON WAX," and the date accompanied by weight, purity, and metal content "1/10 OZ PLATINUM 9995 2007" are inscribed close to the bottom rim.
DISCOVER AUSTRALIA
1/10 OZ PLATINUM 9995 2008 GERALDTON WAX
Description:
On the reverse, the coin presents a finely detailed, colored image of the Chamelaucium uncinatum, the Geraldton waxflower, Geraldton wax — delicate white flowers, rich green leaves, symbolizing the urban garden of Australia. The inscription identifies the theme "DISCOVER AUSTRALIA" curves along the upper edge, its name "GERALDTON WAX," and the date accompanied by weight, purity, and metal content "1/10 OZ PLATINUM 9995 2007" are inscribed close to the bottom rim.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 373 | Perth Mint, Proof | Unknown |