2013 Autumn Silver Square Coin Second in Australian Seasons Series

Marking the second Perth Mint release in the Australian Seasons series of silver coins is the 2013 Autumn Silver Proof Square Coin.

This strike is in one ounce of 99.9% pure silver and features a colored reverse design emblematic of the Australian season of autumn.

Autumn in Australia occurs during the months of March, April and May. Like its northern hemisphere counterpart, the season is marked with moderate temperatures, notable sunsets and crop harvesting.

Two additional square silver coins are scheduled for the Australian Seasons series with one featuring a reverse depicting the season of summer and another depicting a reverse of spring. Appearing first in the series was the 2013 Summer Silver Square Coin.

2013 Autumn Silver Square Coin Designs and Specifications

Featured on the reverse of the Autumn Silver Square Coin is a possum amidst an autumn sunset complete with leaves and gumnuts. Reverse inscriptions include "AUTUMN,""1 OZ 999 SILVER" and the Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mint mark.

Obverses show Ian Rank-Broadley’s portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. Inscriptions surrounding the portrait include "ELIZABETH II," "AUSTRALIA," "2013" and "1 DOLLAR."

Every silver coin in the Australian Seasons series has a maximum mintage of 5,000. They sport dimensions of 33.20 mm by 33.20 mm, a thickness of 4.00 mm and a gross weight of 31.135 grams.

The 2013 Autumn Silver Proof Square Coin comes with a presentation case and a numbered certificate of authenticity. An illustrated shipper is also included that showcases an artistic representation of the coin’s designs.

Current pricing is AUS $94.55, or US $98.41. Prices for silver coins may change, however, as the Perth Mint responds to silver market conditions. The 2013 Autumn Silver Proof Square Coin is available through The Perth Mint website (www.perthmint.com.au), with an affiliate link to it following:

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