5 Dollars - Elizabeth II - Grey Kangaroo - 4th Portrait, Discover Australia (2006)
Features
| Denomination | 5 Dollars |
| Catalog Number | KM# 953 |
| Weight (g) | 1.244 |
| Diameter (mm) | 14.1 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.1 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Gold (.999) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 204.93 |
| Currency Value (USD) | 3.54 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Engraved by Ian Rank-Broadley
Lettering:
ELIZABETH II
AUSTRALIA
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," and the face value “5 DOLLARS" below.
ELIZABETH II
AUSTRALIA
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," and the face value “5 DOLLARS" below.
Reverse
Engraved by Wade Robinson
Lettering:
DISCOVER AUSTRALIA
P WR 2006
GREY KANGAROO 1/25oz. 9999 GOLD
Description:
The reverse features a representation of three grey kangaroos left one standing alert with its ears erect surroundings accessing, right one searching food and the middle drinking from a stream and the image of it as if it is being reflected in contrast below a waterline in the outback background. The inscription identifies the theme "DISCOVER AUSTRALIA" curves along the upper edge and its name accompanied by weight, purity, and metal content "GREY KANGAROO 1/25 OZ 9999 GOLD" are inscribed close to the bottom rim. The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark, date appear and the designer's initials (WR) are also incorporated into the design below right on the ground.
DISCOVER AUSTRALIA
P WR 2006
GREY KANGAROO 1/25oz. 9999 GOLD
Description:
The reverse features a representation of three grey kangaroos left one standing alert with its ears erect surroundings accessing, right one searching food and the middle drinking from a stream and the image of it as if it is being reflected in contrast below a waterline in the outback background. The inscription identifies the theme "DISCOVER AUSTRALIA" curves along the upper edge and its name accompanied by weight, purity, and metal content "GREY KANGAROO 1/25 OZ 9999 GOLD" are inscribed close to the bottom rim. The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark, date appear and the designer's initials (WR) are also incorporated into the design below right on the ground.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 P | 2,500 | Perth Mint, Proof | Unknown |