Barbie 50th Anniversary 1oz Silver Proof Coin
Country of Origin:  Australia
Production year: 2009
Type: Proof
UPC: 9-327025-016580
Mint catalogue number: 09M80AAA
Collection number: (#11)
Production mint:  • Perth Mint
Purchase place:  • Perth Mint
Purchase date: 25 July 2009
Purchase price: Hidden
Overview
50th Anniversary of Barbie 1oz Silver Proof Coin

The Perth Mint celebrated the 50th anniversary of Barbie, one of the hottest-selling toys & collectibles in the world, with the release of a stunning commemorative 1 oz silver proof coin, for her wide range of international fans, from those who enjoy memories of the doll they played with as a child, to the serious collector fascinated by her fashion, accessories & entourage of friends.

Manufactured by Mattel, Inc. & launched at the 1959 New York Toy Fair, Barbie quickly became a best friend & confidante of little girls all over the world. Her popularity soared with each new generation.

Proof Quality 99.9% Pure Silver
The coin is struck 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality.

Coloured Reverse Design
The coin’s reverse depicts classic images of Barbie on a background featuring coloured highlights in pink. The design also incorporates the Barbie 50th anniversary logo and The Perth Mint's 'P' mintmark.

Tuvalu Legal Tender
Issued as legal tender under the authority of the Government of Tuvalu, the coin portrays the Raphael Maklouf effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II & the 2009 year-date on the obverse.

Limited Worldwide Mintage
The coin is subject to a limited worldwide mintage of 20,000.

Numbered Certificate of Authenticity
Each coin is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Presentation Display Case
Each coin is housed in a pink presentation case featuring the Barbie anniversary logo on the lid, and an illustrated shipper.
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Barbie 50th Anniversary 1oz Silver Proof Coin
Barbie 50th Anniversary 1oz Silver Proof Coin
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Specs
 Content
Silver....99.999 %
 Details
Weight (Troy oz)....1
Weight (g)....31.135
Diameter (mm)....40.60
Thickness (mm)....4.00
 Monetary
Year of Issue....2009
Country of Issue....Tuvalu
Denomination....Dollar (TVD)
Value....1
 Mintage
Coins Minted....20,000
Certificate of Authenticity....06,677