8 Dollars - Elizabeth II - Year of the Rooster - 4th Portrait, Lunar Series I (2005)
Features
| Denomination | 8 Dollars |
| Catalog Number | KM# 1023 |
| Weight (g) | 155.6 |
| Diameter (mm) | 60.3 |
| Thickness (mm) | 5.8 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Silver (.999) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 413.86 |
| Currency Value (USD) | 5.66 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Engraved by Ian Rank-Broadley
Lettering:
ELIZABETH II
AUSTRALIA
IRB
8 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, 8 DOLLARS. Denomination is placed below.
ELIZABETH II
AUSTRALIA
IRB
8 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, 8 DOLLARS. Denomination is placed below.
Reverse
Lettering:
2005
雞
5 OZ 999 SILVER
Description:
The reverse shows a proud rooster standing firmly on the ground, its plumage engraved with striking detail, tail feathers flowing upward. 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.
2005
雞
5 OZ 999 SILVER
Description:
The reverse shows a proud rooster standing firmly on the ground, its plumage engraved with striking detail, tail feathers flowing upward. 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 | 50,000 | Perth Mint, BU | Unknown |