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Ned Kelly "Such is Life" Australiana Novelty Token - Heavy Gold Electroplate (HGE) - 1/10oz - #4 in Series

Important: This is a collector novelty token with Heavy Gold Electroplate (HGE) surface finish over a copper-nickel base. It is NOT solid gold and carries no precious metal bullion value.



"Such is Life." Three words that made Ned Kelly immortal. Spoken at Melbourne Gaol in 1880 before his execution, they have echoed through Australian culture ever since. This piece, number 4 in the Ned Kelly Australiana series, commemorates those famous last words with a portrait rendering of Kelly on the obverse and a warm HGE gold-tone finish throughout. Compact, lightweight, and a natural piece for Ned Kelly enthusiasts and Australiana collectors.



Vendor advises mint condition direct from the issuing mint. Buyers are encouraged to inspect in person to confirm condition of this specific piece.



Material: Copper-nickel base metal with Heavy Gold Electroplating (HGE) - 999 fine 24K gold-tone surface finish

Weight: 1/10oz (approximately 3.11 grams) - this refers to the total coin weight, NOT gold content

Note: HGE (Heavy Gold Electroplating) is a surface finish over copper-nickel. NOT solid gold. No intrinsic gold bullion value.

Series: Ned Kelly Australiana - #4

Condition: Mint condition (vendor advises). Buyers encouraged to inspect in person.



Specifications

Product: Ned Kelly "Such is Life" Australiana Novelty Token - #4

Material: Copper-nickel with HGE (Heavy Gold Electroplate) - NOT solid gold

Weight: 1/10oz (approx 3.11 grams)

Condition: Mint condition (vendor advises)

Note: Private mint piece, not legal tender

** This Auction is ONLINE VIEWING and SHIPPING ONLY **

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Lloyds Auctioneers and Valuers
Auction Date:
17-Oct-2026 14:00
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