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100 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Platypus - Platinum Bullion Coin
| Issuer | Perth Mint, Australia |
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| Year | 2011-2017 |
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| Weight | 31.1035 g |
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| Obverse description | The fourth portrait effigy of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, rendered by engraver Ian Rank-Broadley, with the monarch depicted wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara. The legend surrounding the effigy reads 'ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA 100 DOLLARS', with the engraver's initials 'IRB' appearing below the truncation of the bust. The design is executed in high relief against a polished field. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | A detailed naturalistic depiction of a platypus (Ornithorhynchus anatinus) swimming in an underwater scene, viewed from behind with its distinctive broad tail and webbed feet prominently rendered. The animal is shown ascending through a field of aquatic reeds and kelp fronds, with air bubbles rising through the surrounding water. The Perth Mint's 'P' mintmark appears to the lower left of the central design. The curved legend 'AUSTRALIAN PLATYPUS' arcs across the upper field, while the inscription '2017 1oz 9995 PLATINUM' is positioned along the lower rim within the exergue area. |
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