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Lot 211    SESSION 1 (9.30AM TUESDAY 23RD NOV)    Decimal Proofs

Estimate $100
Bid at live.noble.com.au
SOLD $650

ELIZABETH II, proof silver five dollars, 2009, International Year of Astronomy, contains four small pieces of encapsulated meteorite material. Without case and certificate, FDC.

One of two samples made (subtle differences with final coin) to be used in Paraguay where meteroite material was processed for the capsules. The actual source for the meterorites was Argentina. The process of moving parts was licensed by CoinJewels under their patent to The Royal Australian Mint who struck these coins.

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