5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Duyfken - Masterpieces in Silver) 2002 front 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Duyfken - Masterpieces in Silver) 2002 back
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Duyfken - Masterpieces in Silver) 2002 photo

5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Duyfken - Masterpieces in Silver

2002 year
Silver (.999) 36.31 g 38.74 mm
Description
Issuer
Australia
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2002
Value
5 Dollars 5 AUD = USD 3.44
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
36.31 g
Diameter
38.74 mm
Thickness
3.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#85205
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Dutch sailing ship, "Duyfken"

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VOYAGES INTO HISTORY
5 DOLLARS
DUYFEN

Designer: Vladimir Gottwald

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The Royal Australian Mint issued in 2002 a Voyages into History Masterpieces in Silver Proof $5 Dollars, Four Coin Set with reverse designs paying tribute to four of the European vessels that were to sail the waters of "The Great south land" long before the days of steam

This coin depicts the Dutch sailing ship "Duyfken" which under the command of Captain William Janszoon is regarded as the first European vessel to sight the Australian landmass at Cape York Peninsula.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2002 Australian $5 Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Duyfken - Masterpieces in Silver) coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the historic Dutch ship, the Duyfken, which was the first European vessel to sight Australia in 1606. The coin's design is based on a painting by Dutch artist, Willem Janszoon, and it is surrounded by a decorative border that adds to its aesthetic appeal. Additionally, the coin's high silver content and limited mintage make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2002  9096 - - - - - -

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