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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Koala - Gold Proof
2008 year| Gold (.9999) | 1.24 g | 14.6 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 5 Dollars 5 AUD = USD 3.44 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 1.24 g |
| Diameter | 14.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#89375 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
A Koala on a branch with it's baby clinging to it's back.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
P
1/25 oz 9999 GOLD
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issued by the Perth Mint as one of the first coins in its Gold koala Proof & Specimen Bullion Coin Series.It was also sold as "Smallest Coins of the World" series in Poland.
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Interesting fact
The 2008 Australian Gold Proof 5 Dollar coin featuring Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Koala) has a unique feature - it has a mirror-like finish on the koala's fur, which gives the illusion of a shiny, black surface. This effect was achieved through a special minting process that involved applying a layer of rhodium, a rare and reflective metal, onto the coin's surface. This process not only adds to the coin's aesthetic appeal but also makes it a sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 P | 26664 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 - Koala - Gold Proof) 2008 coin.
