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2000 Sydney Olympics $30 1kg Silver Proof Coin

Celebrate one of Australia's greatest sporting achievements with the impressive 2000 Sydney Olympics $30 1kg Silver Proof Coin. Struck from 1 kilogram of 99.9% pure silver, this spectacular proof issue was jointly produced by the Royal Australian Mint and The Perth Mint as the centrepiece of the official Sydney 2000 Olympic Coin Program.

Containing over 32 troy ounces of pure silver, this large-format collector coin combines exceptional craftsmanship, historical significance, and substantial precious metal content. Presented in its original premium Jarrah timber display case with an individually numbered plaque, it remains one of the most iconic modern Australian silver commemoratives.

Issuing Authority: Royal Australian Mint & The Perth Mint

Metal Content: 1 Kilogram (32.15 Troy Ounces)

Presentation: Capsule housed in a premium Jarrah timber display case

Certificate: Originally issued with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity

Released as the flagship silver issue of the official Sydney 2000 Olympic Coin Program, this remarkable coin commemorates one of the most successful and memorable Olympic Games in modern history. 

The Sydney Olympics showcased Australia's culture, sporting excellence and international hospitality to billions of viewers around the world, making the Games an enduring part of Australian history.

The official Sydney 2000 Olympic Coin Program was a collaborative effort between the Royal Australian Mint and The Perth Mint, comprising 53 legal tender commemorative coins released between 1997 and 2000. 

While the overall program sold millions of coins worldwide, the 1kg Silver Proof Coin was individually limited to a maximum mintage of just 20,000 pieces, making it the flagship silver release of the series.

The reverse features a stunning collage incorporating every design from the twenty-eight aluminium bronze Sydney Olympic circulating commemorative coins. 

At the centre sits the colourful Millennium Man Sydney 2000 emblem alongside the official Olympic Rings, symbolising the spirit of the Games and Australia's role as host nation.

The intricate surrounding artwork celebrates the diverse range of Olympic sporting disciplines, with finely engraved athletes captured in motion across the expansive proof surface. 

The selective use of colour provides a striking contrast against the mirror-like silver fields, creating a visually spectacular centrepiece.

The obverse displays the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, confirming the coin's status as Australian legal tender with a face value of Thirty Dollars. 

The elegant portrait is surrounded by the denomination, year of issue, and inscriptions, all struck to the exceptional proof standard expected of Australia's premier commemorative releases.

Combining significant silver weight, outstanding proof quality, and lasting historical importance, the 2000 Sydney Olympics $30 1kg Silver Proof Coin remains one of Australia's most impressive modern numismatic issues. 

Whether acquired as a premium silver investment or as a centrepiece for an Australian or Olympic-themed collection, it represents a remarkable tribute to one of the defining moments in Australia's sporting history.

Metal weight	1000g
Mintage	20,000

Metal weight	1000g
Mintage	20,000

Metal weight	1000g
Mintage	20,000

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