5 Dollars (Year of the Dragon; Type II) 2000 front 5 Dollars (Year of the Dragon; Type II) 2000 back
5 Dollars (Year of the Dragon; Type II) 2000 photo
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5 Dollars Year of the Dragon; Type II

2000 year
Nickel brass 12 g 31.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Liberia
Period
Republic (1847-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2000
Value
5 Dollars 5 LRD = USD 0.026
Currency
Dollar (1943-date)
Composition
Nickel brass
Weight
12 g
Diameter
31.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#104909
Rarity index
79%

Reverse

Dragon facing left.

Scripts: Chinese, Latin

Lettering:
YEAR OF THE DRAGON
$5

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 5 Dollars (Year of the Dragon; Type II) 2000 from Liberia made of Nickel brass weighing 12 g is that it features a unique design that showcases a dragon on one side and the Liberian coat of arms on the other. The dragon is depicted in a dynamic pose, curled around a large pearl, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune. This design is particularly interesting because it blends traditional Chinese motifs with a modern interpretation, making it a distinctive and eye-catching collector's item.