1989 Perth Mint Silver 1oz Proof Ingot with Original Case - HMAS Derwent
We Last Sold This Item For: | $150.00 |
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Last Sold On: | 28/6/2023 |
# Sold In Past 12 Months: | 1 |
1989 Perth Mint Silver 1oz Proof Ingot with Original Case - HMAS Derwent
Obverse: Depiction of HMAS Derwent
Reverse: HMAS Derwent
Purity: 99.99% | Diameter: 32.54mm | ASW: 1ozt
Mintage: Unknown
This ingot marked the 25th anniversary of the HMAS Derwent being commissioned.
The Perth Mint struck 1ozt silver ingots for sale to tourists and other visitors to the Perth Mint from the late 1980's through the 1990’s.
These impressive medallions were made of one ounce of pure silver, and as you can see from the images, were struck to their exacting proof standards.
The designs on these medallions feature an attractive frosted relief, while the backgrounds feature the same mirrored finish that the Perth Mint's proof coins are now world famous for.
Each ingot / medallion is housed in a custom faux leather presentation case (emblazoned with the Perth Mint logo).
This particular medallion was struck for the 25th anniversary of the HMAS Derwent being commissioned, we understand from RAN publicity that "...the event was marked by a weekend of events to celebrate the occasion, including a traditional Mess Dinner to which the Governor of Western Australia was invited."
We have not seen this medallion previously, and have seen no record of it anywhere else either. On that basis, we have no doubt at all that the mintage figure is absolutely tiny.
SKU: 212859
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