5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Discus Thrower) 2008 front 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Discus Thrower) 2008 back
5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Discus Thrower) 2008 photo
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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II Discus Thrower

2008 year
Silver plated copper-nickel 26.03 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Solomon Islands
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2008
Value
5 Dollars 5 SBD = USD 0.60
Currency
Dollar (1977-date)
Composition
Silver plated copper-nickel
Weight
26.03 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#372755
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Antique discus thrower, Big Ben in the background

Script: Latin

Lettering:
Olympic Games
2012
$5

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Discus Thrower coin from Solomon Islands features an image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a discus thrower on the other, symbolizing the country's athletic spirit and achievements.