1990 Proof Coin Set

1990 Proof Coin Set

This elegant coin set pays tribute to the Australian Aboriginal people. Australian Aboriginals believe that in another time, the 'dreamtime', ancestral spirits wandered the earth in both animal and human forms. They created in their travels the features of the land: rivers, hills, waterholes and rock formations. They also controlled the movements of the sun and moon, stars, rain clouds and tides. These spirits established sacred laws and customs and their travels were embodied in the Aboriginal myths. It is through storytelling and decorated objects such as bark paintings that the power and influence of these ancient myths remains undiminished even today.

The Yathalamarra Waterhole' was commissioned by the Royal Australian Mint and painted by David Malangi of the Manharingu People, Arnhem Land, Norther Territory. David achieved national recognition when one of his designs was used for the first Australian dollar note. David's work is featured in major private and public collections throughout Australia and overseas.