© Richard Thomas
© Richard Thomas
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Boeing 747 - Masterpieces in Silver
2010 year| Silver (.999) | 36.31 g | 38.74 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2010 |
| Value | 5 Dollars 5 AUD = USD 3.44 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 36.31 g |
| Diameter | 38.74 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#160743 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Boeing 747s in flight with wording around the top half of the circumference and denomination in the bottom half
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AVIATION HISTORY - BOEING 747
5 DOLLARS
Designer: Wojciech Pietranik
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Royal Australian Mint issued in 2010 a Flying through Time Masterpieces in Silver Proof $5 Dollars, Two Coin Set with reverse designs paying tribute to Aviation History of the twentieth century. The coin was also released in a Six Coin Set.The Boeing 747, commonly referred to as a 'Jumbo Jet' has been flying Australian skies since 1971. The 747 was the first wide-bodied aircraft ever produced. In 1974 the aircraft was to used to evacuate a record 673 people out of Darwin in a single flight. This was the aftermath of Cyclone Tracy.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases a collaboration between the Royal Australian Mint and Boeing, with the reverse side of the coin featuring an image of the Boeing 747 aircraft, highlighting Australia's aviation history and achievements.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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