© Richard Thomas
© Richard Thomas
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - De Havilland DH 86 - Masterpieces in Silver
2009 year| Silver (.999) | 36.31 g | 38.74 mm |
| 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) |
| 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#160741 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
De Havilland DH 86s in flight with wording around the top half of the circumference and denomination in the bottom half
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AVIATION HISTORY - DE HAVILLAND DH 86
5 DOLLARS
Designer: Wojciech Pietranik
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Royal Australian Mint issued in 2009 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 establishment of the Empire Air Mail service in 1933 prompted the Australian Government to commission a new aircraft. The prototype De Havilland DH86 (E-2 / G-ACPL) flew for the first time on 14th January 1934, powered by four Gypsy Six engines.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the De Havilland DH 86, a British-Australian aircraft that was designed and built in Australia in the 1930s. The coin's design highlights the aircraft's distinctive three-engine configuration and its sleek, streamlined body, making it a standout piece in the Masterpieces in Silver series.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1590 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - De Havilland DH 86 - Masterpieces in Silver) 2009 coin.
