2000 Sydney Olympic Preparation Gold Coin
The 2000 Sydney Olympic Preparation Gold Coin, issued by the Perth Mint, commemorates the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics, specifically celebrating the theme of “Preparation.” This coin is part of an eight-coin series released to honor various aspects of the Olympic Games.
Obverse Design: The obverse features the fourth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Ian Rank-Broadley. Her Majesty is depicted facing right, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara. The surrounding inscriptions include “ELIZABETH II,” “AUSTRALIA 2000,” and the denomination “100 DOLLARS.” The designer’s initials, “IRB,” are located below the portrait.
Reverse Design: The reverse depicts a shot put coach training athletes, symbolizing the “Preparation” theme. Encircling this central image is an outer ring featuring fifteen stylized representations of Olympic sports. The inscriptions include “PREPARATION,” “Sydney 2000,” and the Perth Mint’s mint mark “P.”
Specifications:
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Metal: Gold
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Purity: 99.9%
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Weight: 10 grams
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Diameter: 25 mm
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Thickness: 2 mm
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Shape: Round
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Edge: Reeded
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Face Value: 100 Dollars
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Mint: Perth Mint, Australia (denoted by the “P” mint mark)
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Obverse Designer: Ian Rank-Broadley
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Reverse Designer: Not specified
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Mintage: 30,000
Why Buy This Coin?
✔ Commemorative Significance: Issued to celebrate the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics, embodying the spirit of “Preparation.”
✔ Exquisite Design: Features a detailed portrayal of athletic training and symbolic representations of Olympic sports.
✔ High Purity Gold: Struck from 99.9% pure gold, offering intrinsic value to investors and collectors.
✔ Limited Mintage: With only 30,000 proof coins issued, it presents a unique addition to any collection.
✔ Perth Mint Craftsmanship: Produced by the renowned Perth Mint, ensuring exceptional quality and authenticity.
Secure your 2000 Sydney Olympic Preparation Gold Coin today to commemorate a landmark event in Olympic history and enhance your numismatic collection!
