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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 3rd Portrait - Ox-Drawn Wagon - Masterpieces in Silver
1997 year| Silver (.925) | 35.79 g | 38.9 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#167160 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Depiction of an Oxen drawn wagon as a means of transportation with the
denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1881
SCHOOL OF ARTS
5 DOLLARS
WP
Designer: Wojciech Pietranik
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Royal Australian Mint issued in 1997 an Opening of a Continent Masterpieces in Silver Proof $5 Dollars, Five Coin Set with reverse designs paying tribute to the early forms of transport from camels to steam trains which opened up the vast continent of Australia. This particular coin celebrates Ox-Drawn Wagons.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1997 Australian $5 Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait - Ox-Drawn Wagon - Masterpieces in Silver) coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Queen's love of horses. The coin's reverse side depicts Queen Elizabeth II riding a horse-drawn wagon, surrounded by a picturesque landscape. This design was created by the Royal Australian Mint's chief engraver, Vladimir Gottwald, and it is a rare and beautiful representation of the Queen's passion for horses.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 - Ox-Drawn Wagon - Masterpieces in Silver) 1997 coin.
