Australia1$ Antarctic Territory Series Killer Whale 1oz Silver Proof Coin 2011

Australia1$ Antarctic Territory Series Killer Whale 1oz Silver Proof Coin 2011

Edition Technical Specs Presentation Country:   Australia Metal Purity:    Silver 0.999 Box:   Yes Year of Issue:   2011 Weight:   1 Oz CoA:   Yes Face Value:   1 dollar Dimensions:   40.60     Quality:   Proof     Mintage:   7,500  

The coins reverse depicts a dual design of a mature killer whale and calf in colour under the sea, and a struck design showing an adult leaping from an ocean of floating icebergs. The background incorporates the outline of the Antarctic continent bordered by the inscriptions 2011 KILLER WHALE and Australian Antarctic Territory. The Perth Mints P mintmark is also incorporated into the design. The killer whale is a toothed whale belonging to the oceanic dolphin family. Killer whales have sophisticated social structures, hunting techniques and vocal behaviours, which are passed across generations.

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