Posts tagged 'Culture'

The Seven Sisters Captured By Wajarri-Noongar Artist Christine ‘Jugarnu’ Collard

3 September 2020

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The Seven Sisters Captured By Wajarri-Noongar Artist Christine ‘Jugarnu’ Collard

Wajarri-Noongar artist Christine ‘Jugarnu’ Collard’s artwork Seven Jijas (sisters) is a feature of the coins design. Indigenous Australians were the first astronomers and have long used the stars as maps.

Banjo Paterson's Most Beloved Poems Captured In Legal Tender

3 August 2020

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Banjo Paterson's Most Beloved Poems Captured In Legal Tender

Culture History

Three of the most beloved poems by Australian bush balladeer 'Banjo' Paterson are feature in this set of three 2020 50c uncirculated coins: Waltzing Matilda, The Man From Snowy River, and Clancy of the Overflow.

Emu In The Sky Constellation Captured By Wiradjuri Artist Scott Towney

4 May 2020

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Emu In The Sky Constellation Captured By Wiradjuri Artist Scott Towney

Silver Coins Culture

The majesty and wonder of the Emu in the Sky constellation is captured in the art of Wiradjuri artist Scott Towney on this stunning 2020 Star Dreaming 1/2oz Silver Uncirculated Coin.