2012 Capital Town Halls - Sydney Town Hall Antique Uncirculated Coin ANDA Coin Show Issue

Built on the site of Sydney’s first official European cemetery, Sydney Town Hall was constructed of honey-coloured ‘yellow block’ sandstone quarried from nearby Pyrmont between 1868 and 1889. Architecturally, it is a striking example of French Second Empire (Napoleon III) architecture, taking its inspiration from the Hotel de Ville in Paris and French chateaux and is distinguished by its mansard roofs and wrought iron cresting. The design was chosen from a winning entry submitted by architect J H Willson in 1868. His original concept was interpreted and embellished by successive council architects and engineers as the building evolved. The coin is presented in a postcard sized packaging with information on some of the history of Sydney City Hall.

The Royal Australian Mint has produced this specially made coin for the 2012 Australasian Numismatic Dealers Association Show in Sydney. This exclusive coin features the Sydney Town Hall as the central element of design.

** please note*** This product will be released at the Sydney ANDA show 18th-19th August 2012 and will be available after this date.