Federation of Australia Silver Five Dollars Coin
Federation of Australia Silver Five Dollars Coin
A unique 999 silver coin with 999-gold accents celebrates Australia's 120-year federation anniversary, featuring intricate designs of the Federation Rotunda, Southern Cross, and historical portraits.
This exclusive Federation of Australia Silver Coin from The Bradford Exchange features:
- Features 999 silver with 999 gold accents.
- Exclusively limited to 199 coins worldwide.
- Commemorates 120 years of Australian federation.
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After much debate and discussion, Australia's original six colonies came together on 1st January 1901 to form the Commonwealth of Australia. The path to federation, initially met with little enthusiasm, gained momentum from the mid-1850s. This led to the formation of the Federal Council of Australasia in 1895, a crucial stepping stone. Sir Henry Parkes, Premier of New South Wales, fervently advocated for federation in 1889, despite the initial indifference from other colonies. The journey included drafting and debating a constitution, holding referendums, and seeking approval from London. Finally, on 9 July 1900, Queen Victoria approved the Constitution Bill, and on 17 September 1900, she proclaimed the unification of the colonies. The Commonwealth of Australia officially commenced on 1st January 1901, with Edmund Barton as the first Prime Minister and Canberra later established as the national capital.
This exclusive Bradford Editions Five Dollar silver coin commemorates the historic federation of Australia. Crafted from 999 silver with gold inlaid lettering and portrait borders, the coin celebrates the unity and legacy of the nation. It features the inscriptions 'One people with one destiny', 'Birthplace of a nation', and '120 years 1 January 1901'. The Southern Cross and portraits of Sir Henry Parkes and Lord Hopetoun, the first Governor General, adorn the coin. The central portion depicts the Federation Rotunda, the site of Australia's first government swearing-in ceremony. The obverse showcases the current portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. With a diameter of 50 mm and a weight of 2 oz, this coin is a significant collector's item, with a limited mintage of just 199 worldwide. Order now!
Features
This exclusive Federation of Australia Silver Five Dollars Coin from The Bradford Exchange features:
- Crafted from 999 Silver with inlaid 999 Gold accents.
- Measures 50 mm in diameter.
- Weighs 2 ounces.
- Strictly limited to 199 pieces worldwide.
- Commemorates the 120th anniversary of Australia's federation on 1 January 1901.
- Features the Southern Cross, portraits of Sir Henry Parkes and Lord Hopetoun, and the Federation Rotunda
- Bears the legends 'One people with one destiny', 'Birthplace of a nation', and '120 years 1 January 1901'.
- Displays the current portrait of Queen Elizabeth II.