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Steve Irwin $1 Coin from Royal Australian Mint

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The Royal Australian Mint has released a new coin featuring Steve Irwin as part of their Inspirational Australians collector coin series. The series recognizes and celebrates individual achievements and commemorates unique Australians who have made an extraordinary contribution to society. Steve Irwin is honored as the second release of the series.

Steve Irwin Coin

Image: Royal Australian Mint

The coin was officially launched at the Australian Zoo by Graham Smith, Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Royal Australian Mint, Terri Irwin, and Sanchez the Alligator. The ceremony took place ahead of Steve Irwin Day on November 15, 2009.

The $1 face value coin is struck in aluminum bronze. The coins have a weight of 9 grams and diameter of 25 mm. The coin image features a grinning Steve Irwin, surrounded by wildlife and wilderness, as designed by Caitlin Goodall.

The Royal Australian Mint is offering the 2009 $1 Uncircualted Steve Irwin coin in illustrated packaging for sale on its website. The product is priced at AU$12.95.


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  1. THAT IS THE BEST COIN EVER SEEN I ORDERD ONE OF EBAY FOR $0.99 + SHIPPING $1.00 AND THAT MADE IT $2.02 IT WAS AWSOME

  2. this man… what a ledgen… he was the best man to ever have lived… and i want to be just like him one day… do what he did… save animals and teach people how to not miss treat them… this man… inspired milleons… and, this man… deserves every ones’ respect… rest in peace Steve… rest in pice…

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