Bullion Quality 99.9% Pure Silver
This coin is struck from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in bullion quality.
Australia-Shaped Design
Made in the shape of the Australian continent, the coin’s reverse portrays a coloured
depiction of Peng Peng, the Australian pavilion's kookaburra mascot, and the Chinese
characters for ‘Australia’. The design includes the Australian pavilion’s colourful logo -
a representation of the Australian continent in three wavy lines symbolising the blue sea
and sky, red centre and golden beaches.
‘P’ Mintmark
The coin’s reverse also incorporates The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark.
Australian Legal Tender
Issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965, the coin’s
obverse depicts the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the 2010
year-date.
Extremely Limited Availability
Limited to a mintage of 30,000, this Shanghai World Expo 2010 silver coin is subject
to an exclusive distribution agreement in China. Under a special arrangement, however,
1,000 coins can be issued by The Perth Mint for sale worldwide.
Presentation Case
The coin is housed in a presentation case and themed box-shipper accompanied by a
numbered Certificate of Authenticity.
The Perth Mint has struck Australia’s official commemorative coins
for the Shanghai World Expo 2010, taking place between 1 May and 31 October. Authorised by
the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, each coin in the program celebrates the
Australian pavilion, where engaging exhibits and unique attractions are showcasing Australian
innovation, creativity and achievement.