These 2025 1 oz Gold Pillar Dollar Bullion Coins commemorate the 225th Anniversary of the Australian Currency Proclamation of 1800. On the 19th of November, 1800, Governor Phillip Gidley King made a proclamation to bring some currency stabilty to the colony. He set official values (in English pounds, shillings and pence) for many of the foreign currencies that were being used, of which one was the PIllar Dollar coin.

It is recognised as being one of the first circulating currency coins in Australia.

Produced by The Perth Mint, these enhanced coins are limited to only 10,000 coins.

Fineness: 999.9 / 24 carat gold
Finish: Bullion
Gold Content: 1 troy ounce
Weight: 31.107g
Diameter: 32.60mm
Maximum Thickness: 2.95mm
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Early History of the Pillar Dollar

Pillar dollars also known as "pieces of eight" were first minted in the Spain Empire from 1732-1771. It was used as the first international currency, used by Europe, Americas, and the Far East.

How Did Governor Macquarie Address the Ongoing Shortage?

Governor Macquarie brought 40,000 Spanish coins called 'reales' into the colony. To solve a money shortage, he had them punched in the middle.

The outer rings became 'holey dollars' and the centres were called 'dumps'. This clever idea doubled the number of coins and helped keep money in the colony.

Obverse

The obverse features Dan Thorne's effigy of His Majesty King Charles II. The coin also includes an inscription around the portrait that reads as follows:

CHARLES III AUSTRALIA ·

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Reverse

The reverse of the coin features the Spanish Pillar Dollar. The design shows the Spanish crown above two hemispheres, symbolising the Old World and the New World. Surrounding these elements are the Pillars of Hercules, bearing the inscription:

PLVS VLTRA

The design also includes a 'MO' mintmark, indicating the coin was minted in Mexico City, and is completed with the issue date '2025'.

Produced by The Perth Mint, these enhanced coins are limited to only 10,000 coins

Key Information

Intrinsic Value	£3,332.88
Product ID	21701
Stock Status	Out of Stock

Product Spec

Metal	Gold
Diameter	32.6 mm
Weight/Size	1 Ounce
Gold Weight Troy Ounces	1.0000
Fineness/Carat	0.9999 / 24
Date	2025
Obverse Designer	Daniel Thorne
Reverse Designer	Sean Rogers
Issuing Monarch	Charles III (2022 - Present)
Mint/Brand	Perth Mint
Country	Australia

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2025 Australian 1 oz Gold Pillar Dollar Bullion Coin