2023 $1 Creatures of the Deep C Mintmark Fine Silver Proof Coin

2023 $1 Creatures of the Deep C Mintmark Fine Silver Proof Coin

Scientists aboard the CSIRO research vessel (RV) Investigator, have explored the deep-sea and ocean abyss, discovering amazing and unique creatures of the deep.

Blob fish (Psychrolutes) are from the Psychrolutidae family, often called fathead sculpins, referring to their large, globular head and 'floppy' skin.

They inhabit the deep water of all ocean basins. 

An iconic deep sea creature, their grumpy, forlorn-looking faces have seen them crowned as the 'world's ugliest animals".

The Royal Australian Mint celebrates these journeys of scientific endeavor, and the wondrous creatures they discovered with this 2023 $1 'C' Mintmark Fine Silver Coin.

The coin's reverse design features the CSIRO research vessel (RV) Investigator and deep tow camera exploring the deep ocean.

Displayed in a presentation case with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Each coin's obverse features the effigy of The Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Obverse designed by Jody Clark and issued as Australian Legal Tender.

Denomination :                 $1

Quality :                            Proof

Metal :                              99.9% Pure Silver

Weight :                            11.66 gms

Diameter :                         25 mm

Mintage :                           5,000

Certificate of Authenticity : Certificate of Authenticity