5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait - Red Kangaroo - Gold Bullion Coin) 1989-1990 front 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait - Red Kangaroo - Gold Bullion Coin) 1989-1990 back
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait - Red Kangaroo - Gold Bullion Coin) 1989-1990 photo
© Perth Mint

5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 3rd Portrait - Red Kangaroo - Gold Bullion Coin

 
Gold (.9999) 1.556 g 14.1 mm
Description
Issuer
Australia
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1989-1990
Value
5 Dollars 5 AUD = USD 3.44
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)
Composition
Gold (.9999)
Weight
1.556 g
Diameter
14.1 mm
Thickness
1.4 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#112949
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Red Kangaroo bounding left and sundial design

Script: Latin

Lettering:
THE AUSTRALIAN NUGGET 1/20 OZ. 9999 GOLD
RED KANGAROO
1990

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issued by the Perth Mint in 1989 as Proof Coin
Issued by the Perth Mint in 1990 as Bullion Coin

Interesting fact

The 1989-1990 Australian 5 Dollar Gold Bullion Coin featuring Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait - Red Kangaroo) has a unique feature - it has a mirror-like finish, also known as a "proof" finish. This means that the coin was struck multiple times to create a highly detailed and reflective surface, making it stand out from other coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1989  20340 - - - - - -
1990  130069 - - - - - -

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 - Red Kangaroo - Gold Bullion Coin) 1989-1990 coin.