The red-bellied black snake (Pseudechis porphyriacus) is 17th in the Deadly & Dangerous Series. The coin is struck from one ounce of 99.99% pure silver in proof quality. The partially colored motif features a detailed image of a red-bellied black snake surrounded by leaves. In addition, the design includes the inscription "AUSTRALIA'S RED-BELLIED BLACK SNAKE." The reverse shows the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, as well as weight, fineness, face value and year of issue.
The red-bellied black snake (Pseudechis porphyriacus) is 17th in the Deadly & Dangerous Series. The coin is struck from one ounce of 99.99% pure silver in proof quality. The partially colored motif features a detailed image of a red-bellied black snake surrounded by leaves. In addition, the design includes the inscription "AUSTRALIA'S RED-BELLIED BLACK SNAKE." The reverse shows the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, as well as weight, fineness, face value and year of issue. `
As the snake's name suggests, it is distinguished by a glossy black skin and a distinct reddish color on its abdomen. The venomous snake is native to eastern Australia and prefers to live in the wetlands and forested areas connected to standing or flowing water. The snake can reach a body length of up to 3 meters and feeds on small frogs, fish, reptiles and mammals.
The limited Deadly & Dangerous Red-Bellied Black Snake silver resistant coin has a limited edition of 2,500 pieces and comes in the original wooden box including a numbered certificate of authenticity.
The partially colored motif features a detailed image of a red-bellied black snake surrounded by leaves. In addition, the design includes the inscription "AUSTRALIA'S RED-BELLIED BLACK SNAKE."
The reverse of the coin features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, as well as weight, fineness, face value and year of issue.
The limited edition Deadly & Dangerous Red-Bellied Black Snake silver-resistant coin is a limited edition of 2,500 pieces and comes in the original wooden gift box including a numbered certificate of authenticity.