5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait - Cobb and Co 1853 - Masterpieces in Silver) 1995 front 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait - Cobb and Co 1853 - Masterpieces in Silver) 1995 back
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait - Cobb and Co 1853 - Masterpieces in Silver) 1995 photo

5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 3rd Portrait - Cobb and Co 1853 - Masterpieces in Silver

1995 year
Silver (.925) 35.79 g 38.9 mm
Description
Issuer
Australia
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1995
Value
5 Dollars 5 AUD = USD 3.44
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
35.79 g
Diameter
38.9 mm
Thickness
3.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#85247
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Depiction of a Cobb & Co Stagecoach with driver holding a mail bag and 4 passengers inside the coach.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
COBB & CO 1853
5
DOLLARS
COACH & RAIL TICKETS
WP

Designer: Wojciech Pietranik

Edge

Milled

Comment

The Royal Australian Mint issued in 1995 a Colonial Australia Masterpieces in Silver Proof $5 Dollars, Five Coin Set with reverse designs celebrating Australia's primary industries, communications, transport and economy. This particular coin celebrated the achievements of the Cobb & Co Transport Company and their work in setting up transport links in early Australia.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Cobb and Co 1853, a historic coach company that played a significant role in the development of Australia's transportation infrastructure. The coin's design highlights the company's contribution to the country's growth and progress.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1995  14000 - - - - - -

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