The Treasures of Australia is a series of gold coins scheduled for release between 2007 and 2011. It celebrated five glittering prizes found in Australia: Sapphires, Opals, Diamonds, Gold and Pearls.
The 2008 piece includes a transparent locket with 1-carat Australian opals. In the ancient times, the stone symbolized hope and purity. In modernity, it is a birthstone representing people born in October.
The reverse of the coin includes the image of an Australian desert. This beautiful landscape is an abstract interpretation of a factual desert. Below the design, there is the transparent half-circle locket with opals. At the bottom of the coin, there is the inscription “Treasures of Australia”.
The obverse of the coin shows the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II situated above the locket. The legal tender value of 100 dollars and proof are visible below the capsule.
Each piece is delivered in a special presentation box with jarrah timber lid featuring a circular viewing window. A numbered Certificate of Authenticity is included. The box comes in a stylized box shipper.
This beautiful coin by Perth Mint has been released in limited mintage of only 556 pieces worldwide.
Special features:
The second gold release from Treasures of Australia Gold locket coin series encapsulates opals
Treasures of Australia coin series celebrates five natural riches found in Australia: Sapphires, Opals, Diamonds, Gold, and Pearls
The 2008 coins are struck in proof quality from 1oz of 99.99% pure gold
The amazing coin contains a total of 1 carat Australian Opals set in a transparent locket
There will be no more than 556 gold proof coins
The coin is housed in a presentation case and is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity
Treasures of Australia Gold Series 2007-2011:
Australia 2007 – Treasures of Australia Sapphires
Australia 2008 – Treasures of Australia Opals
Australia 2009 – Treasures of Australia Diamonds
Australia 2010 – Treasures of Australia Gold
Australia 2011 – Treasures of Australia Pearls
