1 Dollar - Elizabeth II - Millennium, Colored - 4th Portrait (2001)
Features
| Denomination | 1 Dollar |
| Catalog Number | KM# 594 |
| Weight (g) | 31.135 |
| Diameter (mm) | 39 |
| Thickness (mm) | 4 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Silver (.999) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 82.81 |
| Currency Value (USD) | 0.72 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Engraved by Ian Rank-Broadley
Lettering:
ELIZABETH II
AUSTRALIA
1 DOLLAR
IRB
Description:
The obverse of the coin features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. The portrait depicts the Queen wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara, facing right, and is surrounded by the legend “ELIZABETH II,” “AUSTRALIA,” and the denomination “ONE DOLLAR.”
ELIZABETH II
AUSTRALIA
1 DOLLAR
IRB
Description:
The obverse of the coin features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. The portrait depicts the Queen wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara, facing right, and is surrounded by the legend “ELIZABETH II,” “AUSTRALIA,” and the denomination “ONE DOLLAR.”
Reverse
Lettering:
AUSTRALIA 2001 1 oz. 999 SILVER
Description:
The reverse design of the 2001 Millennium coin is distinguished by its striking use of full-color imagery, a relatively novel innovation at the time. The central motif features a globe superimposed with Australia in bright color, suggesting the country’s place in a connected world. Radiating lines emanate from the continent like beams of light shining on Cleopatra's Needle, symbolizing Australia’s emergence into a new era of influence and progress. Behind the globe is a dynamic starburst pattern, further evoking a sense of energy and renewal. The design is framed by the inscription “2001 – A CENTURY OF THE FUTURE” in a bold, futuristic typeface, emphasizing the forward-looking spirit of the coin. The use of rich blues, greens, and metallic tones in the colorization contrasts beautifully with the coin’s polished silver surfaces, The winged sun disc designs around the border symbolise the union of upper and lower Egypt. They incorporate the cobra and vulture goddesses with the sun disc of the God Ra.
AUSTRALIA 2001 1 oz. 999 SILVER
Description:
The reverse design of the 2001 Millennium coin is distinguished by its striking use of full-color imagery, a relatively novel innovation at the time. The central motif features a globe superimposed with Australia in bright color, suggesting the country’s place in a connected world. Radiating lines emanate from the continent like beams of light shining on Cleopatra's Needle, symbolizing Australia’s emergence into a new era of influence and progress. Behind the globe is a dynamic starburst pattern, further evoking a sense of energy and renewal. The design is framed by the inscription “2001 – A CENTURY OF THE FUTURE” in a bold, futuristic typeface, emphasizing the forward-looking spirit of the coin. The use of rich blues, greens, and metallic tones in the colorization contrasts beautifully with the coin’s polished silver surfaces, The winged sun disc designs around the border symbolise the union of upper and lower Egypt. They incorporate the cobra and vulture goddesses with the sun disc of the God Ra.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 30,000 | Perth Mint, Proof | Unknown |