2002 Queen Elizabeth II Accession 2 Coin Proof

$100 Gold Proof

The solemn reverse design, created by Peter Soobik of Orange in N.S.W. and modelled by mint sculptor Vladimir Gottwald, depicts a ghosted profile of King George VI facing an image of the Queen. The Royal Crown appears between the two images representing the transfer of Sovereignty from the recently deceased King to the new Queen.

50c Silver Proof

The reverse design created by Peter Soobik depicts St Edward's Crown Australia's Federation Star the denomination and Royal Ciphers intersected by the words 'Elizabeth Accession' and 'Fiftieth Anniversary' in a quaternary arrangement. St. Edward's Crown is the crown that was first used for the coronation of Charles II in 1661 and has been used in most coronations since that time including that of Queen Elizabeth II. The Federation Star is a symbol of Australia's federal system of government which also appears on the Australian national flag. The seven points represent Australia's States and Territories.

The well-know Royal Ciphers of Queen Elizabeth II as reigning monarch - 'EIIR' - and that of King George VI - 'George VI' - acknowledge the succession of the throne by Her Majesty.

• $100 1oz 99.99% Pure Gold
• 50c 99.9% Pure Silver
• Mintage 2002 Sets
• Encapsulated & Cased
• Proof (FDC)