Product Description
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1982 $200 Commonwealth Games Gold Coin
Product Overview
Celebrate a defining moment in Queensland's sporting history with the 1982 $200 Commonwealth Games Gold Coin. Issued by the Royal Australian Mint to commemorate the XII Commonwealth Games held in Brisbane, this Australian legal tender coin captures the excitement and national pride surrounding one of the city's most significant international sporting events.
Struck from 10 grams of 22-carat gold (91.67% purity), the coin contains approximately 9.17g (0.2948 troy ounces) of pure gold. Its reverse features a dynamic sporting design incorporating the official 1982 Commonwealth Games emblem, while the obverse bears the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II.
With its distinctive AUD $200 face value, historical connection to Brisbane and original green presentation pouch, this commemorative gold coin offers an appealing combination of Australian sporting heritage and precious metal craftsmanship.
Key Features & Benefits
- 1982 Brisbane Commonwealth Games – Commemorates the XII Commonwealth Games held in Brisbane, Queensland.
- 22-Carat Gold – Weighs 10g with approximately 9.17g of fine gold content.
- Unusual $200 Denomination – Carries a notably high face value for an Australian commemorative coin.
- Distinctive Sporting Design – Features an athlete in motion above the official Commonwealth Games emblem.
- Royal Australian Mint – An official Australian commemorative gold coin.
- Australian Legal Tender – Issued with a face value of AUD $200.
- Original Presentation – Supplied with its original green pouch.
Design & Craftsmanship
Reverse: Features an athlete captured in mid-leap above the official 1982 Brisbane Commonwealth Games emblem. The energetic composition reflects the spirit of athletic achievement, international competition and the excitement surrounding the Games.
Obverse: Displays the portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, accompanied by inscriptions identifying Australia and the coin's unusually high $200 denomination.
The XII Commonwealth Games were held in Brisbane from 30 September to 9 October 1982, bringing athletes from across the Commonwealth to Queensland. The event became a milestone in Brisbane's development as an international sporting destination and is remembered for its distinctive Australian identity and successful staging.
As an official commemorative issue, the 1982 $200 Gold Coin preserves a tangible connection to this important chapter in Australian sporting history.
Authentication & Specifications
Mint: Royal Australian Mint
Country: Australia
Year: 1982
Commemorative Theme: XII Commonwealth Games – Brisbane
Metal: Gold
Purity: 22 Carat / 91.67% Gold
Gross Weight: 10g
Fine Gold Content: Approximately 9.17g / 0.2948 Troy Oz
Denomination: AUD $200
Legal Tender: Australia
Diameter: Approximately 24mm
Obverse: Queen Elizabeth II
Reverse: Commonwealth Games Athlete and Emblem
Packaging: Original Green Pouch
Packaging & Availability
The 1982 $200 Commonwealth Games Gold Coin is supplied with its original green presentation pouch, reflecting the packaging associated with this historic Australian commemorative release.
As an earlier Australian gold coin, availability depends on the secondary collector market. Original pouches may display minor signs of age, storage or previous handling.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the 1982 Commonwealth Games Gold Coin have such a high $200 face value?
The $200 denomination reflects Australia's approach to issuing special gold commemorative coins during this period. Unlike everyday circulating coins, these releases were created for collectors and carried substantial precious metal content. Their unusually high face values distinguished them from ordinary Australian currency while maintaining official legal tender status.
The $200 figure is the coin's legal tender denomination, not a statement of its current gold or collector value. Its market value depends on factors including gold content, condition and collector demand.
Why were the 1982 Commonwealth Games important to Brisbane?
The 1982 Commonwealth Games were a major international event for Brisbane and helped establish the city as a destination capable of hosting large sporting competitions. The Games remain an important milestone in Queensland's sporting and cultural history.
Is the coin made from pure gold?
The coin is struck from 22-carat gold, meaning it contains approximately 91.67% gold and 8.33% alloy metals. Its total weight is 10g, providing approximately 9.17g of pure gold. This composition was commonly used for Australian commemorative gold coins of the period.
What makes the 1982 Commonwealth Games Gold Coin collectible?
Its appeal comes from the combination of Australian gold coinage, Brisbane sporting history and an unusual $200 denomination. The coin commemorates a landmark event in Queensland's history and is of particular interest to collectors of Royal Australian Mint gold coins and Australian sporting memorabilia.
Condition Note: This is a vintage Australian commemorative gold coin. Minor marks, surface imperfections or signs of previous handling may be present. The original green pouch may also show age-related wear.