5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (6th Portrait - Western Taipan - Silver Proof) 2020 front 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (6th Portrait - Western Taipan - Silver Proof) 2020 back
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (6th Portrait - Western Taipan - Silver Proof) 2020 photo
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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 6th Portrait - Western Taipan - Silver Proof

2020 year
Silver (.9999) 31.1035 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Australia
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2020
Value
5 Dollars 5 AUD = USD 3.44
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)
Composition
Silver (.9999)
Weight
31.1035 g
Diameter
40 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#201303
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

A Skeletal form of a Western Taipan depicted over a map of Australia with a shaded outline showing where they are found in Central Australia.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5
DOLLARS
WESTERN TAIPAN
Oxyuranus microlepidotus

Edge

Reeded

Comment

This Fine Silver (.999) Proof coin was issued by the RAM. It is part of a three-coin series: ‘Australia’s Most Dangerous’ featuring some of Australia’s deadliest animals reproduced in skeletal form.

A sinuous and elegant Western Taipan snake lunges at its prey – in skeletal form. The Western Taipan, Australia’s most venomous terrestrial snake, is feared and respected in equal measure. This is the third in a three-coin series that showcases Australia’s Most Deadly animals, in a unique and beautiful way.

Interesting fact

The Western Taipan on the 6th portrait of Elizabeth II on this coin is actually a rare and venomous snake species found in the deserts of Western Australia. It's a unique and interesting choice for a coin design, highlighting the region's unique wildlife.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2020  5000 - - - - - -

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