5 Dollars - Elizabeth II - Bicentenary of Tasmania - 4th Portrait (2004)
Features
| Denomination | 5 Dollars |
| Catalog Number | KM# 728a |
| Weight (g) | 20 |
| Diameter (mm) | 38.74 |
| Thickness (mm) | 2.3 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Aluminium Bronze |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Currency Value (USD) | 3.54 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Engraved by Ian Rank-Broadley
Lettering:
ELIZABETH II
AUSTRALIA 2004
IRB
5 DOLLARS
Description:
Fourth crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara, framed by inscriptions ELIZABETH II, AUSTRALIA, the coin's mintage year, "2004," and the face value “5 DOLLARS" below.
ELIZABETH II
AUSTRALIA 2004
IRB
5 DOLLARS
Description:
Fourth crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara, framed by inscriptions ELIZABETH II, AUSTRALIA, the coin's mintage year, "2004," and the face value “5 DOLLARS" below.
Reverse
Engraved by Vladimir Gottwald
Lettering:
BICENTENARY OF TASMANIA
VG
Description:
The reverse design captures the spirit of sea travel and exploration, the rich cultural heritage of Tasmania and the rugged beauty of her flora. In the center is a commanding image of the Lady Nelson with sails full sails, masts and rigging on the ocean breeze. A map of Tasmania appears in the background and over it are meticulously rendered leatherwood blooms which are native to the island. The inscription identify Theme “BICENTENARY OF TASMANIA” curves along the upper right edge. The designer's monogram (VG) in tiny letters in the lowest part of the map.
BICENTENARY OF TASMANIA
VG
Description:
The reverse design captures the spirit of sea travel and exploration, the rich cultural heritage of Tasmania and the rugged beauty of her flora. In the center is a commanding image of the Lady Nelson with sails full sails, masts and rigging on the ocean breeze. A map of Tasmania appears in the background and over it are meticulously rendered leatherwood blooms which are native to the island. The inscription identify Theme “BICENTENARY OF TASMANIA” curves along the upper right edge. The designer's monogram (VG) in tiny letters in the lowest part of the map.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 H | 3,000 | Royal Australian Mint "Hobart mintmark" BU Mobile Press Issue | Unknown |
| 2004 H | 20,000 | Royal Australian Mint "Hobart mintmark" BU in Coincard | Unknown |