1988 $10 Bicentennial Silver Proof Coin (18.5g) - Mintage: 50,099

Product Description

Mark a significant chapter in Australian history with the 1988 $10 Bicentennial Silver Proof Coin from the Royal Australian Mint. Issued to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the First Fleet’s arrival in 1788, this collectible features Stuart Devlin’s detailed depiction of Governor Arthur Phillip’s landing at Port Jackson, with sailing ships in the background.

The obverse displays the Raphael Maklouf portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. Struck in 92.5% sterling silver with a proof finish, the coin weighs 20 grams overall and contains 18.5 grams of pure silver, equivalent to approximately 0.5948 troy ounces. Its 34mm diameter showcases the intricate maritime scene.

With a recorded standard cased proof issue of 50,099, this Australian silver coin makes a classic addition to a Bicentenary collection, a maritime-themed display or a thoughtful 1988 birth-year gift. Available from All Things Minted.