2000 Sydney Olympic Stadium / ACHIEVEMENT Gold Coin
The 2000 Sydney Olympic Stadium / ACHIEVEMENT Gold Coin commemorates the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics, celebrating the theme of “Achievement.” This coin is part of an eight-coin series issued by the Perth Mint to honour the 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 inscription reads: “ELIZABETH II,” “AUSTRALIA 2000,” and the denomination “100 DOLLARS.” The designer’s initials, “IRB,” are positioned below the portrait.
Reverse Design
The reverse displays an aerial view of the Sydney Olympic Stadium, surrounded by fifteen stylised illustrations of Olympic sports within a red-coloured ring. The word “ACHIEVEMENT” is prominently shown, along with the Perth Mint’s “P” mint mark and the official Sydney 2000 Olympic logo.
Specifications
- Metal: Gold
- Purity: 99.9%
- Weight: 10 grams
- Diameter: 25 mm
- Thickness: 2 mm
- Shape: Round
- Edge: Reeded
- Face Value: 100 Dollars
- Mint: Perth Mint, Australia (denoted by the “P” mint mark)
- Obverse Designer: Ian Rank-Broadley
- Reverse Designer: Not specified
- Mintage: 30,000
Why Buy This Coin?
- Commemorative Significance: Issued to celebrate the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics, embodying the spirit of “Achievement.”
- Exquisite Design: Features a detailed portrayal of the Sydney Olympic Stadium 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 Stadium / ACHIEVEMENT Gold Coin today to commemorate a landmark event in Olympic history and enhance your numismatic collection!
