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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Bicentenary of Tasmania; Silver Proof
2004 year| Silver (.999) | 36.3 g | 38.74 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2004 |
| Value | 5 Dollars 5 AUD = USD 3.44 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 36.3 g |
| Diameter | 38.74 mm |
| Thickness | 2.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#175172 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Depiction of the Lady Nelson brig in full sail superimposed on a map of Tasmania. Blossoms of the Leatherwood plant, endemic to Tasmania to the left and right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BICENTENARY OF TASMANIA
Designer: Vladimir Gottwald
Edge
Reeded
Comment
This Fine Silver (.999) Proof NCLT coin was released by the RAM in 2004 to commemorate a significant event in Australian history, the Bicentenary of European settlement in Tasmania. The Bicentennial Year also marked the previous explorations of Dutch, French and British explorers, which led to permanent settlement in 1803 - 1804.An Aluminium-bronze version of the coin was also released in a coincard with a (H) for Hobart Counterstamp.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Bicentenary of Tasmania; Silver Proof) 2004 from Australia is that it has a unique design that showcases the bicentenary of Tasmania. The coin features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and an image of Tasmania's coastline, along with a sailing ship and a seal, on the other side. This design was created to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the discovery of Tasmania by British explorer Matthew Flinders in 1803. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 7500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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