© Richard Thomas
© Richard Thomas
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 3rd Portrait - Koala - Platinum
| Platinum (.999) | 1.55675 g | 13.1 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1991-1992 |
| Value | 5 Dollars 5 AUD = USD 3.44 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Platinum (.999) |
| Weight | 1.55675 g |
| Diameter | 13.1 mm |
| Thickness | 1.32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#197228 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Koala sitting facing out in crook of a gum tree.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE AUSTRALIAN KOALA
1/20 OZ. 9995 PLATINUM
P 1991
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issued by the Perth Mint as a Proof Coin in 1991Issued by the Perth Mint as a UNC Bullion Coin in 1992
One of the ways to acquire this coin was to purchase the set of 3 coins comprising 1oz Silver Kookaburra, a 1/20 oz Platinum Koala and the Gold Kangaroo.
