Centenary of Scouting One Dollar

Australia - Royal Australian Mint · 2008

A circular gold-colored Australian dollar coin celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Scouting movement, featuring a Scouts Australia logo.

Country: Australia - Royal Australian Mint
Year: 2008
Denomination: 1 Dollar ($1 AUD)
Metal: Aluminum Bronze (92% Copper, 6% Aluminum, 2% Nickel)

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Overview

A circular gold-colored Australian dollar coin celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Scouting movement, featuring a Scouts Australia logo.

Historical significance

Issued to commemorate the centenary of the Scouting movement in Australia (1908–2008). Scouting was founded by Lord Baden-Powell and has had a significant impact on Australian youth development.

Obverse (front)

Features the 4th portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara. Designer: Ian Rank-Broadley (IRB). Inscription: ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA 2008.

Reverse (back)

Features the Scouts Australia logo (a stylized fleur-de-lis incorporating the Southern Cross) above the words 'SCOUTS AUSTRALIA'. Inscription: CENTENARY OF SCOUTING 1908 2008 1 DOLLAR.

Estimated value

$1.00 USD (Face Value) circulated; $5.00 - $15.00 USD in Uncirculated / Mint State conditions.

What drives this coin's value

Most value is derived from condition (Mint State coins are more desirable) and the specific mintage year. This is a common circulation commemorative.

Grade assessment

Circulated / Fine to Very Fine. Shows significant surface wear, minor scratches, and dulling of the original luster consistent with pocket change.

Mintage & rarity

Total mintage: 17,200,000. Considered common in circulation.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check for the interrupted reeding on the edge and the weight of 9g. Counterfeits of this specific dollar are rare because it is low value, but look for blurry details or incorrect metal color.

Notable varieties & errors

No major recognized die varieties exist for the circulation strike, but 'C' Mintmark and other privy mark versions were produced for collectors.

Similar coins

Standard Australian $1 Kangaroo coin, other commemorative $1 coins like the Year of the Outback (2002) or Centenary of Federation (2001).

Care & preservation

Store in a PVC-free coin holder or album. Avoid cleaning or polishing as it removes the original patina and lowers collector value. Handle by the edges.