2005 Australia 1 kilo Silver Year of the Rooster BU (Colorized)
Semi-Numismatic
2005 Australia 1 kilo Silver Year of the Rooster BU (Colorized)
The Year of the Rooster comes alive on this massive silver piece from Australia, dated 2005. As part of a twelve-coin series celebrating the Chinese zodiac, this particular issue honors those born in the year 2005. What makes this piece especially striking is the application of rich color to the reverse design, which showcases a rooster alongside a delicate flower and a rising sun. This artistic combination creates a vibrant contrast against the brilliant uncirculated silver background. Weighing in at a substantial one kilogram (approximately 32.15 troy ounces) of 0.999 fine silver, the coin carries a legal tender face value of 30 Dollars. The obverse features the elegant portrait of Queen Elizabeth II designed by Ian Rank-Broadley. Surrounding the royal likeness are inscriptions confirming the weight, the 0.999 silver purity, the 2005 date, and the backing of the Australian government, making it a fascinating study in modern minting artistry.
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Specifications
| Country | Australia |
|---|---|
| Year | 2005 |
| Grade | Brilliant Unc |
| Legal-tender face value | 30 Dollars |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 32.1500 troy oz |
| Purity | .999 |
| Diameter | 101 mm |
| Thickness | 14.6 mm |
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