5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait; Auckland City of Sails, Silver Proof) 1996 front 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait; Auckland City of Sails, Silver Proof) 1996 back
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait; Auckland City of Sails, Silver Proof) 1996 photo
© Oceanic Mint

5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 3rd Portrait; Auckland City of Sails, Silver Proof

1996 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
New Zealand
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1996
Value
5 Dollars 5 NZD = USD 3.08
Currency
Dollar (1967-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#181340
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Auckland harbour bridge with yachts in the harbour, legend above, denomination below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
AUCKLAND
CITY OF SAILS
$5

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Auckland City of Sails, Silver Proof 5 Dollar coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a sailboat gliding across the harbor in front of the Auckland city skyline. This design was created by New Zealand artist, John M. Gray, and it symbolizes the city's rich maritime history and its reputation as the "City of Sails."

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996  3000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait; Auckland City of Sails, Silver Proof) 1996 coin.