2006 $1 1758 Pillar Dollar Silver Antiqued Coin Silver - 1/4oz Uncirculated Convict forger William Henshall was

Convict forger William Henshall was given the job of creating new coins from Spanish pieces of eight

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The theme of the event is ‘The Universe

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2006 $1 1758 Pillar Dollar Silver Antiqued Coin Silver - 1/4oz Uncirculated Convict forger William Henshall wasThis coin commemorates Australias early currency, the much sought after 1758 Pillar Coin. This reproduction offers collectors a unique opportunity to own a very special piece of numismatic history, as the Pillar Coin is credited with inspiring the dollar ($) sign. The 2006 Pillar Coin has been skilfully crafted to reflect the original 1758 obverse and reverse design. The reverse features two crowned columns symbolising the Pillars of Hercules. The