2018 Gold Coast XXI Commonwealth Games - 7 Uncirculated Coin Set

Description

Please Note: These are second-hand collectables and may have minor cosmetic damages including (but not limited to) scratches, creases or fraying on the packaging, rust or age spotting, toning. 

This set in particular has some scuffs and deeper scratches on the packaging.

Features

• 4 uncoloured $1 coins which were not released into circulation
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Details

The Royal Australian Mint is proud to present this unique seven coin set in celebration of the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games, which brings together Australian athletes with representatives from 70 Commonwealth nations, in a spirit of international goodwill and comaraderie.

The three $2 coins feature the 2018 Commonwealth Games emblem in honour of the host city, the Australian Team Logo in support of our national team, and the official mascot Borobi - in celebration of the games. Each are printed with the glowing colours of the sun, ocean, lush greenery and vibrant wildlife - inspired by the dynamic Gold Coast landscape.

The four $1 coins feature energetic figures that depict each of the sports and para-sports that were contested by thousands of athletes from 4th-15th April 2018.

Specifications 

• Denomination:  $2; $1
• Metal content: Al/Br
• Weight: 6.60g; 9.00g
• Diameter: 20.50mm; 25.00mm
• Finish: Uncirculated
• Mintage: 450,000
• Packaging: The coins are housed in a blue and white cardboard folder, featuring a wave-like decal on the lefthand side of the front cover, along with the Commonwealth Games logo, and title of the coin set on the righthand side. Inside the folder, the mascot, Borobi, is presented with small icons displaying what sports you will see during the games.