Royal Australian Mint Silber Daintree Rainforest 1 oz PP - gewölbte Prägung

The Daintree Rainforest in Australia is featured on this remarkable coin as the second release in the new "Beauty, Rich and Rare" series by the Royal Australian Mint. This edition pays tribute to Australia's most beloved natural wonders. The series aims to capture this natural marvel with unique, colored, and curved coins. The Daintree Rainforest is one of the oldest tropical rainforests on Earth and has been continuously evolving in northern Queensland for 180 million years. The forest is so impressive that renowned British naturalist Sir David Attenborough referred to it as "the most remarkable place in the world." The rainforest spans an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometers and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988.

This beautiful silver coin is minted in proof quality and comes with an elegant coin case and a certificate of authenticity. It is particularly sought after by collectors and is one of the most intricate coin manufacturing processes. The worldwide mintage is limited to just 7,500 pieces.

The reverse side features the flora of the Daintree Rainforest from a unique perspective. The colorful depiction of the Australian fan palm (Licuala Ramsayi) takes center stage, surrounded by a majestic forest. The nominal value of "$5" is inscribed on the side. The inscriptions "Daintree Rainforest" and "2022 Beauty, Rich & Rare" complete the design along the coin's edge.

The obverse side showcases the famous portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by additional images of the Great Barrier Reef and the fan palm. The portrait is framed by the inscriptions "Elizabeth II," "Australia 2022," and "One Ounce Fine Silver.".