{"product_id":"2001-holey-dollar-dump-silver-proof-set","title":"2001 Centenary of Federation Holey Dollar and Dump Silver Proof Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eIssued by the Perth Mint to mark the Centenary of Federation, this two-coin silver proof set revives one of Australia's most historic monetary designs the Holey Dollar and Dump, first created in 1813 when a Spanish dollar was punched through to create two coins from one, easing a chronic coin shortage in the colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe larger Holey Dollar coin depicts the official badges of each Australian state and the Northern Territory, arranged around the star-shaped central void, with the Perth Mint's traditional \"P\" mintmark and the dates 1901–2001 worked into the design. The smaller Dump coin the star-shaped centre piece - features an intricate depiction of Australia's Federal Parliament House in Canberra. The Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II appears on the obverse of both coins, both designed by Dr Stuart Devlin AO CMG and struck in 99.9% fine silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo more than 30,000 sets were issued by the Perth Mint, and each set is individually numbered - this example is set No. 12593.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2001 Centenary of Federation Holey Dollar and Dump Silver Proof Coin Set Specifications:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet Contents: Holey Dollar + Dump (2 coins)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFineness: 99.9% silver (both coins)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight - Holey Dollar: 23.385g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight - Dump: 8.746g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter - Holey Dollar: 40.60mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter - Dump: 26.26mm (uncomterib diameter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 4.00mm (both)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMint: The Perth Mint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigner: Dr Stuart Devlin AO CMG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMintage: Limited to 30,000 sets\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much is this 2001 Centenary of Federation Holey Dollar and Dump set worth?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eValue comes from its 99.9% silver content, limited mintage of 30,000 sets, and individual numbering this set is numbered 12593, and Perth Mint proof sets like this typically hold or grow in value over time as a limited-mintage collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a genuine silver proof set, not a standard circulation coin?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes,  both the Holey Dollar and Dump are struck to proof finish in 99.9% fine silver by the Perth Mint specifically for collectors, distinct from any circulating $1 coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistory buffs and silver collectors will find more standout pieces in our World \u0026amp; Vintage Coins, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/koalaehub.com\/collections\/collectibles\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eGold Proof Sets \u0026amp; Commemorative Medals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koalaehub","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54145373995372,"sku":null,"price":189.8,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/5907\/9788\/files\/DumpSilverProofCoinSet-1.webp?v=1786065006","url":"https:\/\/koalaehub.com\/products\/2001-holey-dollar-dump-silver-proof-set","provider":"Koalaehub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}