Australia 1967 Pattern Silver Swan Dollar Proof in Box

The 1967 unofficial Australian Pattern ‘Crown’ Proof Dollar, commonly known as the Goose Dollar, was commissioned by the Australian Coin Review and struck by Pinches of London. It was designed by renowned medallist Andor Mészáros (1900–1972), who had previously competed to design Australia’s new decimal coins but lost to Stuart Devlin. The obverse features a flying swan adapted from Mészáros’ 20-cent proposal, while the reverse incorporates the wattle motif from his two-cent design.

John Gartner, founder of the Australian Coin Review, commissioned the coin to address the perceived absence of a dollar denomination in Australia’s 1966 decimal currency. Produced as a limited edition proof in silver and gold, only 4,000 pieces were struck, and the coin rapidly became popular among collectors. Though unofficial, its elegant design and historical significance highlight the enthusiasm within Australian numismatic circles for a coin that was both uniquely Australian and appealing to collectors internationally. The coin is preserved in its original presentation case.

Note: last two images are with alternate lighting to highlight all aspects of the coin