5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Sirius - Masterpieces in Silver
2002 year| Silver (.999) | 36.31 g | 38.74 mm |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#160353 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
British sailing ship "HMS Sirius"
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HMS SIRIUS
5 DOLLARS
VOYAGES INTO HISTORY
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 steamHMS Sirius was the flagship of the First Fleet, commanded by Captain Arthur Phillip RN who was also to be the first Governor. The First Fleet had 1500 convicts, marines, officers and sailors packed into 11 ships. It left England on 13 May 1787 and arrived at Botany Bay on the 18 January 1788. The settlement was moved a few days later to Sydney Cove (26 January 1788).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2002 Australian $5 Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Sirius - Masterpieces in Silver) coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Queen's portrait in a different way than traditional coins. The coin's designer, Sirius, created a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II that is surrounded by a stylized representation of the stars in the night sky, giving the coin a distinctive and eye-catching look. This design was specifically created for this coin and sets it apart from other coins featuring the Queen's portrait.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 9096 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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