


© Royal Australian Mint
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Southern Sky - Orion - Domed Silver
2014 yearSilver (.999) (Pad Printed) | 31.1 g | 39.62 mm |
Issuer | Australia |
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Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2014 |
Value | 5 Dollars 5 AUD = USD 3.44 |
Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
Composition | Silver (.999) (Pad Printed) |
Weight | 31.1 g |
Diameter | 39.62 mm |
Thickness | 3 mm |
Shape | Round (Domed) |
Technique | Milled, Coloured |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#199186 |
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Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Depiction of the Constellation of Orion set within a compass
Script: Latin
Lettering: Southern Sky RA 05h 40M 0s Orion DEC - 05° 0' 0"
Edge
Plain
Comment
This is the second in a series of coins released by the RAM to celebrate the Southern Night Skies. Pad Printed on a curved planchet this coin depicts the constellation "Orion", also known as the Hunter. It is a prominent constellation located on the celestial equator and visible throughout the world. It is one of the most conspicuous and recognizable constellations in the night sky.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Southern Sky - Orion - Domed Silver) 2014 from Australia coin is that it features a unique domed shape, which gives the impression of a 3D effect when viewed from different angles. This design element was achieved through a special minting process that involved striking the coin multiple times to create a curved surface. The result is a visually striking coin that truly stands out from other coins in its series.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2014 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 - Southern Sky - Orion - Domed Silver) 2014 coin.