2014 World of Parrots 'Crimson Rosella' 3D Silver Coin
One of Australia's most beautiful, most distinctive native creatures, the internationally renowned crimson rosella (Platycercus elegans) ismost well known for the entrancing colours of its bright, vibrant plumage.
Defined by a brilliant crimson body, bright blue cheeks and a stunning mix of colours in the wings, this breathtaking creature is largely found throughout eastern and south-eastern Australia – brightening the skies, and brightening the hearts of all lucky enough to see themin flight.
A beautiful coin celebrating the beautiful crimson cosella birdfrom Australia. An ideal gift for someone who lovesbirds, or perfect for you to add to your bird coincollection.
Special features:
• Extremely exclusive! Worldwide mintage restricted to a mere 2,500 coins!
• Struck to proof quality from 20g of sterling silver.
• Official legal tender issue – measures 38.61mm in diameter.
• Beautifully presented within a plush, attractive case.
• Complete with an individuallyserial-numbered Certificate of Authenticity.
Design:
A groundbreaking legal tender coin, created with a stunning 3D minting technique, the 2014 $5 crimson rosella '3D Wings' Silver Proof forms a truly spectacular tribute to one of Australia's most flamboyant native species.
An amazing visual effect, the rosella's brilliantly coloured wings actually soar above the surface of the coin, just as this famous Australian parrot soars above the lush Australian landscape! A masterwork of detail and perspective, capturing the rosella's vibrant cornucopia of colours, this eye-catching Aussie icon is the perfect subject for such a spellbinding, highly original minting technique.
Specifications:
- Mintage: 2,500
- Composition: 92.5% silver
- Weight: 20 g
- Edge: Serrated
- Certificate: Yes
- Denomination: $5
- Finish: Proof
- Country of issue: Cook Islands