The coin depicts the Super Pit, an Australian open-pit mine officially known as The Fimiston Open Pit. It is the largest mine of its kind in Australia. This coin is the third issue in the popular Super Pit series, produced by the Perth Mint. The gold used to produce the coin was mined directly from the aforementioned mine, located in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia.
The 2022 edition showcases the impressive Komatsu PC-8000—an excavator weighing approximately 770 tons and boasting 2 x 2,000 horsepower.
The reverse side of the coin features a Komatsu excavator at the Super Pit mine in Australia. It also bears the inscription "SUPER PIT AUSTRALIA," along with information on the coin's weight, metal fineness, and year of issue.
The obverse features an image of Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom, along with the face value and the issuing country. The obverse was designed by Jody Clark.
The design of the coin varies depending on the year of issue; coins are distributed at random.
Super Pit, also known as the Fimiston Open Pit, is a massive open-pit mine in Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Western Australia. It is one of the world’s largest gold mines and the largest of its kind in Australia. The history of Super Pit dates back to the 1980s, when two separate pits—Fimiston and Gidji—were merged to form a single massive pit. Today, the mine is operated by Kalgoorlie Consolidated Gold Mines (KCGM), which is owned by Newmont Mining Corporation and Barrick Gold Corporation. Super Pit is enormous. It measures approximately 3.5 km long, 1.5 km wide, and over 600 meters deep. It is one of the most spectacular sites in Western Australia and attracts numerous tourists.
This mine also plays a significant role in Western Australia’s economy and in the global gold market. The mining process at Super Pit involves using large machinery, such as excavators and trucks, to remove large amounts of rock and soil in order to reach the gold deposits. These deposits occur in the form of particles or grains within the rock and overburden, which requires the use of advanced technologies as well as a skilled workforce.
The Perth Mint, located on the Swan River, is Australia's oldest operating mint, founded in 1899. Currently one of the most important mints in the world, it processes over 60% of Australia's gold and is owned by the Australian government. It is known for its precision and commitment to excellence, which allow it to create the highest quality collectibles. It exports its products to over 100 countries. Every year, The Perth Mint issues various types of bullion and collector coins and bars, which are legal tender. They feature motifs unique to Australia, symbolizing the country. A variety of well-known artists are involved in the original designs.
Perth products are highly regarded by both investors and collectors around the world.
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The photos presented on the website are examples. Products may differ from the photos presented. In the case of coins, coins from the current year or previous years are available for sale.
The bars and coins offered by Mennica Skarbowa are products from reputable mints affiliated with the London Bullion Market Association, including: Heraeus, Argor Heraeus, Valcambi, Metalor, C.Hafner, Perth Mint, Münze Österreich, PAMP, Umicore, Rand Refinery, UBS, Degussa, Istanbul Gold Refinery, or other issuers listed in the product parameters. Goods included in the so-called unsorted gold and silver may be an exception. The choice of bar manufacturer is made at random at the order fulfillment stage and depends on the Company's current stock levels.
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