100 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Year of the Monkey - Gold Bullion Coin
| Uitgever | Australia |
|---|---|
| Jaar | 2016 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Waarde | 100 Dollars |
| Valuta | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Samenstelling | Gold (.9999) |
| Gewicht | 31.1035 g |
| Diameter | |
| Dikte | |
| Vorm | Round |
| Techniek | Milled |
| Oriëntatie | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Graveur(s) | |
| In omloop tot | |
| Referentie(s) |
| Beschrijving voorzijde | 4th portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara, surrounded by the twelve characters of the Chinese lunar calendar. |
|---|---|
| Schrift voorzijde | Latin |
| Opschrift voorzijde | ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA IRB 100 DOLLARS |
| Beschrijving keerzijde | Monkey on tree branch to left. |
| Schrift keerzijde | Chinese, Latin |
| Opschrift keerzijde |
2016 猴 1oz .9999 Au (Translation: 猴 = Monkey) |
| Rand | Reeded |
| Muntplaats | |
| Oplage |
2016 - BU - |
| Numisquare-ID | 1395320250 |
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Historical Context: Issued in 2016, this 100 Dollar gold coin features Queen Elizabeth II's fourth effigy by Ian Rank-Broadley, representing the later period of her extensive reign. Australia, a Commonwealth realm, consistently depicted its monarch. This piece is a significant component of the Perth Mint's highly successful Australian Lunar Series II, celebrating the Chinese zodiac. The "Year of the Monkey" theme appeals to a global market for bullion investment and cultural commemoration.
Artistry: The obverse displays Ian Rank-Broadley's mature portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, characterized by realistic detail and regal bearing. The reverse, designed by Perth Mint artist Ing Ing Jong, features a captivating monkey perched on a tree branch. The artistry reflects a modern, naturalistic style, emphasizing intricate fur textures and expressive facial features, harmoniously blending Western minting excellence with Eastern cultural symbolism.
Technical/Grading: Struck in 31.1035 grams of .9999 fine gold, this bullion coin exemplifies exceptional purity. Key high-points for grading include the definition of the Queen's hair and crown on the obverse, and the intricate fur, eyes, and digits of the monkey on the reverse. A strong strike is typical, ensuring sharp details across the design elements. Collectors seek examples with minimal bag marks and excellent luster, indicative of high-quality bullion production.