© Richard Thomas
© Richard Thomas
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - S.25 Sandringham - Masterpieces in Silver
2010 year| Silver (.999) | 36.31 g | 38.74 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2010 |
| 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#160742 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Sandringhams in flight with wording around the top half of the circumference and denomination in the bottom half
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AVIATION HISTORY - S.25 SANDRINGHAM
5 DOLLARS
Designer: Wojciech Pietranik
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Royal Australian Mint issued in 2010 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 S.24 Sandringham was developed from the Sunderland military flying boat. One of the most common four engine flying boats used in Australia, the S.25 Sandringham was a familiar sight in the 1950s at Australia's first international airport on Sydney's Rose Bay.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2010 Australian $5 Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - S.25 Sandringham - Masterpieces in Silver) coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, created by artist Ian Rank-Broadley. The design is surrounded by a wreath of eucalyptus leaves, which is a nod to Australia's national floral emblem, the golden wattle. This design was specifically created for this coin and is not found on any other coins in the series.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 - S.25 Sandringham - Masterpieces in Silver) 2010 coin.
