1 Dollar - Elizabeth II - Turtle - 4th Portrait, indigenous Dreaming (2008 - 2009)
Features
| Denomination | 1 Dollar |
| Catalog Number | KM# 1103 |
| Weight (g) | 31.1035 |
| Thickness (mm) | 4 |
| Shape: | Rectangular (47x27 mm) |
| Composition: | Silver (.999) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 82.73 |
| Currency Value (USD) | 0.72 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Engraved by Ian Rank-Broadley
Lettering:
ELIZABETH II
AUSTRALIA
2008
IRB
1 DOLLAR
1oz 999 SILVER
Description:
Fourth crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara. surrounded by the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” the country name "AUSTRALIA", the year "2008" the denomination ONE DOLLAR, and the metal, purity and weight "1oz 999 Silver" below.
ELIZABETH II
AUSTRALIA
2008
IRB
1 DOLLAR
1oz 999 SILVER
Description:
Fourth crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara. surrounded by the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” the country name "AUSTRALIA", the year "2008" the denomination ONE DOLLAR, and the metal, purity and weight "1oz 999 Silver" below.
Reverse
Engraved by Darryl Bellotti
Description:
The reverse showcases an artistic depiction of a sea turtle, crafted in an Aboriginal dot-painting style, symbolizing wisdom, perseverance, and connection with the ocean. Around the turtle, circular motifs and flowing patterns evoke the rhythm of water and traditional Dreamtime storytelling. Struck in fine Silver with a mirror-like finish, this rectangular coin beautifully combines numismatic elegance with indigenous cultural heritage.
The reverse showcases an artistic depiction of a sea turtle, crafted in an Aboriginal dot-painting style, symbolizing wisdom, perseverance, and connection with the ocean. Around the turtle, circular motifs and flowing patterns evoke the rhythm of water and traditional Dreamtime storytelling. Struck in fine Silver with a mirror-like finish, this rectangular coin beautifully combines numismatic elegance with indigenous cultural heritage.
Edge
Description:
Smooth
Smooth
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 13,177 | Perth Mint, BU | Unknown |
| 2009 | 1,859 | Perth Mint, BU | Unknown |