60.5g 1855 Sydney Half Sovereign Silver Coin – Royal Australian Mint

Description

2005 $1 Proof Coin – 1855 Sydney Half Sovereign Subscription Issue

Celebrate a significant chapter in Australia’s numismatic heritage with this stunning 2005 $1 Proof Coin, the ninth release in the Royal Australian Mint’s highly regarded Subscription Series.

Issued to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Sydney Mint, this impressive collector’s coin pays tribute to the iconic 1855 Sydney Mint Half Sovereign—one of Australia’s most historically important gold coins. Blending classic design with modern minting techniques, it features a beautifully detailed 24-carat gold-plated reproduction of the 1855 Half Sovereign set against a mirror-finished proof field.

Struck from 60.5 grams of 99.9% pure silver (almost 2 troy ounces), this large-format proof coin offers exceptional craftsmanship and eye-catching presentation, making it a standout addition to any Australian coin collection.

Specifications

• Denomination: $1
• Year: 2005
• Mint: Royal Australian Mint
• Finish: Proof
• Metal: 99.9% Fine Silver with 24-carat Gold-Plated Centre
• Weight: 60.5g
• Diameter: 50mm
• Obverse: Queen Elizabeth II (Ian Rank-Broadley effigy)
• Reverse Designer: Wojciech Pietranik
• Maximum Mintage: 11,845

With its low mintage, substantial silver content and historical significance, the 2005 Sydney Half Sovereign Subscription Coin is a highly desirable collectible for enthusiasts of Australian decimal coinage, Sydney Mint history and premium proof issues.

Note: Stock may include coins purchased from the secondary market in good condition.