5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; Yellow-eyed Penguin, Silver Proof) 2011 front 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; Yellow-eyed Penguin, Silver Proof) 2011 back
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait; Yellow-eyed Penguin, Silver Proof) 2011 photo

5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait; Yellow-eyed Penguin, Silver Proof

2011 year
Silver (.999) 31.1 g 38.7 mm
Description
Issuer
New Zealand
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2011
Value
5 Dollars 5 NZD = USD 3.08
Currency
Dollar (1967-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
31.1 g
Diameter
38.7 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#51817
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Standing penguin, four penguins behind, value below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FIVE DOLLARS
YELLOW-EYED PENGUIN

Edge

Reeded

Comment

This Silver Proof coin features the Yellow eyed Penguin. The yellow-eyed penguin, known also as hoiho or tarakaka, is a species of penguin endemic to New Zealand. Previously thought closely related to the little penguin, molecular research has shown it more closely related to penguins of the genus Eudyptes. Like most other penguins, it is mainly piscivorous

The coin was issued individually in a capsule in a plush case. (2,500 copies)

 
It was also included in the 6 coin Proof Year Set. (500 copies)
 
A Copper-nickel version of the coin was also released. (See link)

Interesting fact

The Yellow-eyed Penguin coin is a unique and interesting coin from New Zealand, featuring a rare and beautiful species of penguin. The coin is made of 99.9% silver and weighs 31.1 grams, making it a valuable and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2011  500 - - - - - -

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; Yellow-eyed Penguin, Silver Proof) 2011 coin.