10 Dollars - Elizabeth II - Year of the Rooster, colorized - 4th Portrait, Lunar Series I (2005)
Features
| Denomination | 10 Dollars |
| Catalog Number | KM# 696.a |
| Weight (g) | 311.1 |
| Diameter (mm) | 75.5 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.7 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Silver (.999) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 827.46 |
| Currency Value (USD) | 7.05 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Engraved by Ian Rank-Broadley
Lettering:
ELIZABETH II
AUSTRALIA
IRB
10 DOLLARS
Description:
The obverse of the coin features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. The portrait depicts the Queen wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara, facing right, and is surrounded by the legend “ELIZABETH II,” “AUSTRALIA,” and the denomination “10 DOLLARS.”
ELIZABETH II
AUSTRALIA
IRB
10 DOLLARS
Description:
The obverse of the coin features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. The portrait depicts the Queen wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara, facing right, and is surrounded by the legend “ELIZABETH II,” “AUSTRALIA,” and the denomination “10 DOLLARS.”
Reverse
Description:
The reverse features a proud rooster standing firmly on the ground, rendered in vivid color. The bird’s red comb, golden neck feathers, multicolored body plumage, and long, flowing tail feathers are finely detailed, emphasizing texture and movement. The rooster’s sharp beak, attentive eye, strong legs, and claws convey strength and vigilance. The background features stylized clouds and a blooming plant motif, adding harmony to the composition. To the right is the Chinese character for “Rooster,” while the date 2005 and inscription 5oz 999 SILVER appear along the rim.
The reverse features a proud rooster standing firmly on the ground, rendered in vivid color. The bird’s red comb, golden neck feathers, multicolored body plumage, and long, flowing tail feathers are finely detailed, emphasizing texture and movement. The rooster’s sharp beak, attentive eye, strong legs, and claws convey strength and vigilance. The background features stylized clouds and a blooming plant motif, adding harmony to the composition. To the right is the Chinese character for “Rooster,” while the date 2005 and inscription 5oz 999 SILVER appear along the rim.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 1,280 | Perth Mint, BU - Colored | Unknown |