10 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - 400th Anniversary of Duyfken`s Exploration of Australia - Gold Proof
10 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - 400th Anniversary of Duyfken`s Exploration of Australia - Gold Proof
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Issuer
Australia
Year
2006
Type
Non-circulating coin
Value
10 Dollars
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
5 g
Dimensions
20 mm
Thickness
Shape and Technique
Round Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s)
Obverse description
4th portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara
Obverse script
Latin
Obverse lettering
ELIZABETH II
AUSTRALIA 2006
10 DOLLARS
IRB
Reverse description
Features the Duyfken (`Little Dove`) ship which captain William Janzoon sailed when he discovered the Australian coast. In conjunction with the Royal Dutch Mint, the Royal Australian Mint has placed the Dutch mintmastersign (course setting sail) and a special sign in the form of a tulip on the coin to the left of the main sails. A compass rose to the right.
