5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Manchester Commonwealth Games 2002)
Australia • 5 Dollars • Aluminium bronze (92% Copper, 6% Aluminium, 2% Nickel) • 2002
- Denomination
- 5 Dollars
- Issuer
- Australia
- Struck
- 2002
- Currency
- Dollar
- Weight
- 20 g
- Diameter
- 38.74 mm
- Catalog refs
- KM 649
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Where it came from
The 2002 Commonwealth Games five-dollar coin was issued by the Royal Australian Mint to commemorate the XVII Commonwealth Games held in Manchester. As Australia hosted the games in Melbourne four years later, this coin served as a symbolic bridge, celebrating the Commonwealth spirit and the athletic excellence showcased during the event. It reflects the tradition of the Royal Australian Mint in marking major international sporting milestones with legal tender that emphasizes both national pride and global unity.
The reverse of the coin features an intricate design by Wojciech Pietranik, a prolific medalist known for his work on several Australian commemorative issues. The design captures the dynamic energy of the games, incorporating elements that represent both the athletic competition and the iconic geography of the host nation. Upon its release, the coin was well-received by collectors for its polished finish and its role as a permanent record of an event that draws significant international attention to Commonwealth nations.
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