2 Dollars - Charles III - Wedge-Tailed Eagle - 6th Portrait, Endangered Wildlife (2023)
Features
| Denomination | 2 Dollars |
| Catalog Number | KM# 4561 |
| Weight (g) | 62.213 |
| Diameter (mm) | 40.9 |
| Thickness (mm) | 7.28 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Silver (.999) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 165.47 |
| Currency Value (USD) | 1.44 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Engraved by Jody Clark
Lettering:
ELIZABETH II 1952 - 2022
AUSTRALIA 2023
JC
Description:
6th crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right (the Commonwealth effigy), wearing the George IV State Diadem, the Coronation Necklace and Earrings framed by inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” "the dates of the Queen's reign 1952 - 2022," “AUSTRALIA, 2023.” the coin rims and serrated edge are painstakingly gilded in 24 carat gold.
ELIZABETH II 1952 - 2022
AUSTRALIA 2023
JC
Description:
6th crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right (the Commonwealth effigy), wearing the George IV State Diadem, the Coronation Necklace and Earrings framed by inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” "the dates of the Queen's reign 1952 - 2022," “AUSTRALIA, 2023.” the coin rims and serrated edge are painstakingly gilded in 24 carat gold.
Reverse
Engraved by John M. Mercanti
Lettering:
AUSTRALIAN WEDGE-TAILED EAGLE
P JM
2023 2oz 9999 SILVER
Description:
The coin portrays a representation of a gilded in 24 carat gold wedge-tailed eagle. The magnificent bird is shown clutching a branch with its massive talons as it raises its wings in preparation to take flight. The inscriptions read "AUSTRALIAN WEDGE-TAILED EAGLE" around above right, "2022 – 2oz 9999 SILVER" found around below left denotes the year, weight, content, and purity, with the Perth Mint “P” mintmark completing the design at bottom and the designer's initials (JM) appears discreetly below on a branch. the coin rims and serrated edge are painstakingly gilded in 24 carat gold.
AUSTRALIAN WEDGE-TAILED EAGLE
P JM
2023 2oz 9999 SILVER
Description:
The coin portrays a representation of a gilded in 24 carat gold wedge-tailed eagle. The magnificent bird is shown clutching a branch with its massive talons as it raises its wings in preparation to take flight. The inscriptions read "AUSTRALIAN WEDGE-TAILED EAGLE" around above right, "2022 – 2oz 9999 SILVER" found around below left denotes the year, weight, content, and purity, with the Perth Mint “P” mintmark completing the design at bottom and the designer's initials (JM) appears discreetly below on a branch. the coin rims and serrated edge are painstakingly gilded in 24 carat gold.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 P | 2,000 | Perth Mint, Proof, High Relief, Gilded | Unknown |