5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Clifford Possum Tjapaltjarri - Masterpieces in Silver) 2007 front 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Clifford Possum Tjapaltjarri - Masterpieces in Silver) 2007 back
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Clifford Possum Tjapaltjarri - Masterpieces in Silver) 2007 photo
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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Clifford Possum Tjapaltjarri - Masterpieces in Silver

2007 year
Silver (.999) (Pad Printed) 36.31 g 38.74 mm
Description
Issuer
Australia
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2007
Value
5 Dollars 5 AUD = USD 3.44
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)
Composition
Silver (.999) (Pad Printed)
Weight
36.31 g
Diameter
38.74 mm
Thickness
2.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#140049
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Partial coloured image of 'Yuelamu Honey Ant Dreaming' 1980. It reveals the story of the dreaming in mythological detail.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
c 1934 - CLIFFORD POSSUM TJAPALTJARRI - 2002
YUELAMU HONEY ANT DREAMING

Designer: Clifford Possum Tjapaltjarri

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The Royal Australian Mint issued in 2007 a second series 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 highlights the work of Clifford Possum Tjapaltjarri (1934-2002) depicting "Yuelamu Honey Ant Dreaming".

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design by Indigenous Australian artist Clifford Possum Tjapaltjarri. The design, titled "Masterpieces in Silver," showcases traditional Aboriginal motifs and symbols, blending traditional and modern techniques to create a striking and culturally significant work of art.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2007  3975 - - - - - -

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