5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Aurora Australis - Silver Proof) 2009 front 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Aurora Australis - Silver Proof) 2009 back
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Aurora Australis - Silver Proof) 2009 photo
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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Aurora Australis - Silver Proof

2009 year
Silver (.999) (With Hologram) 36.31 g 38.74 mm
Description
Issuer
Australia
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2009
Value
5 Dollars 5 AUD = USD 3.44
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)
Composition
Silver (.999) (With Hologram)
Weight
36.31 g
Diameter
38.74 mm
Thickness
3.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#137527
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

A special hologram inset reflects the changing colours of the Aurora Australis above a map of Antarctica with a logo of the International Polar Year on the left of the coin half way down.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
AUSTRALIAN ANTARCTIC TERRITORY
MAWSON
DAVIS
CASEY
INTERNATIONAL POLAR YEAR 2007-2008
AURORA AUSTRALIS

Designer: Wojciech Pietranik

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Three different coin designs were minted by the RAM in 2008 & 2009 to Commemorate the International Polar Year - issued in Boxed case and capsule with C.O.A

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Aurora Australis - Silver Proof) 2009 from Australia coin is that it features a unique hologram image of the Aurora Australis, also known as the Southern Lights, which is a natural light display that can be seen in the southern hemisphere. The hologram is incorporated into the coin's design and is visible from different angles, adding an extra layer of depth and visual interest to the coin.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2009  8504 - - - - - -

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