5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 3rd Portrait - Year of the Ox - Gold Bullion Coin
1997 year| Gold (.9999) | 1.555 g | 14.6 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 | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 1.555 g |
| Diameter | 14.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#235808 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ox standing proud facing left with head turned, Chinese character for Ox to left.
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
1997
牛
1/20OZ 9999 GOLD
Translation: 牛 = Ox
Designer: Ing Ing Jong
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issued by the Perth Mint - $5 One Twentieth Ounce Gold Lunar Series 1 Coin.Interesting fact
The 1997 Australian 5 Dollar Gold Bullion Coin (3rd Portrait - Year of the Ox) has a unique feature. It's not only made of 99.99% gold but also has a unique "proof-like" finish, giving it a frosted relief against a mirror-like background. This finish is not common in bullion coins and adds to the coin's aesthetic appeal, making it a sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 7131 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 - Year of the Ox - Gold Bullion Coin) 1997 coin.
