© Richard Thomas
© Richard Thomas
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Queen's Baton Relay - Silver Proof
2006 year| Silver (.999) | 36.31 g | 38.74 mm |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#136371 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Stylized baton runner. Melbourne's Princess Bridge in background 18 Batons to the left Commonwealth Crown to the right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
QUEEN'S BATON RELAY
MELBOURNE 2006
5 DOLLARS
XVIII COMMONWEALTH GAMES
Designer: Peter Soobik
Edge
Reeded
Comment
This Fine Silver (.999) Proof NCLT coin was minted in 2006 by the RAM to mark the significant Queens Baton Relay event in Australia as part of the build up to the Commonwealth Games to be held in Melbourne.The Queen's Baton Relay has been a much loved tradition of the Commonwealth Games since 1958. The baton carries Her Majesty's message to the athletes from Buckingham Palace, London, to the opening ceremony. The coin was issued in a capsule in a plush case.
