Celebrate a proud moment in Australian sporting history with the 1982 $10 Silver Uncirculated Coin, issued to commemorate the XII Commonwealth Games held in Brisbane, Queensland. The Games brought together athletes from across the Commonwealth and remain one of Australia’s most memorable international sporting events.
Struck by the Royal Australian Mint from sterling silver, this impressive commemorative coin features a design honouring the Brisbane Commonwealth Games and Australia’s role as host nation. The coin was issued with a $10 face value and was produced specifically for collectors, making it a significant piece of Australian numismatic history.
The 1982 Commonwealth Games coin was among the Royal Australian Mint’s early modern commemorative silver issues and remains popular with collectors of Australian sporting memorabilia, Olympic and Commonwealth-themed coinage, and historic silver coins.
Presented in uncirculated condition, this coin offers both historical significance and precious metal appeal, making it a fantastic addition to any Australian coin collection.
Highlights
Official Royal Australian Mint release
Commemorates the XII Commonwealth Games held in Brisbane
Struck from sterling silver (.925 fine)
Uncirculated collector issue
Australian legal tender with a $10 face value
Celebrates a major Australian sporting event
Popular with sporting and Australian coin collectors
Historic Australian commemorative silver coin
