5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Brett Whiteley - Masterpieces in Silver) 2006 front 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Brett Whiteley - Masterpieces in Silver) 2006 back
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Brett Whiteley - Masterpieces in Silver) 2006 photo
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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Brett Whiteley - Masterpieces in Silver

2006 year
Silver (.999) 36.31 g 38.74 mm
Description
Issuer
Australia
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2006
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
References
Numista
N#140010
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Image based on "Self portrait in the studio 1976". To the left the artist in a mirror, centre, partial image of artist on canvas, right, sculpture by the artist.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5 DOLLARS
BRETT WHITELEY
SELF PORTRAIT IN THE STUDIO

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The Royal Australian Mint issued in 2006 a Twentieth Century Art Masterpieces in Silver Proof $5 Dollars, Four Coin Set with reverse designs paying tribute to Outstanding Australian Artists of the twentieth century.

This coin depicts the work of Brett Whiteley (1939-1991) depicting "Self Portrait in the Studio".

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2006 Australian $5 Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Brett Whiteley - Masterpieces in Silver) coin is that it features a unique artwork designed by renowned Australian artist Brett Whiteley. The coin's reverse side showcases a representation of the Queen's head, created using a technique called "cameo," which involves carving a relief design into a background of a contrasting color. This artistic approach gives the coin a distinctive and eye-catching look, making it a standout piece in any coin collection.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2006  6018 - - - - - -

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