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Aretha Franklin is considered by many to be the greatest singer of all time . With a career spanning nearly six decades , during which she recorded 112 singles that charted in the US , her unmistakeable sound earned her the iconic epithet , the ‘ Queen of Soul ’.

In 1967 , a pivotal year of protest , she recorded Otis Redding ’ s ‘ Respect ’, injecting it with new life and urgency that was perfectly in tune with the public mood .

ARETHA FRANKLIN

As her signature track , it remains an anthem for female empowerment .

This proof quality 99.99 % pure 1oz silver coin pays tribute to the global superstar and her powerful cultural influence with its black and white portrayal of Aretha Franklin singing in front of a microphone . Incorporated in the design is a representation of ‘ Aretha !’ in handwritten lettering .

The obverse portrays the Jody Clark effigy of His Majesty King Charles III , as well as the coin ’ s weight , purity , monetary denomination , and year-date .

2024 1oz Silver Proof Coloured Coin

$ 1 Tuvalu legal tender 99.99 % pure silver 40.90 mm ø 5,000 mintage

24S82AAA

AUD

154 . 00

© 2024 the Estate of Aretha Franklin . Under License to Perryscope Productions , LLC .

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