2009 International Year of Astronomy Meteorite Five Dollar Silver Proof Coin
Description
The Royal Australian Mint is celebrating the International Year of Astronomy with this exciting release of a Five dollar silver proof coin which contains pieces of meteorite. This unique coin features a blister packed centerpiece filled with fragments of an authentic meteorite. The reverse design illustrates the connection we all share with the universe through intricate drawings. The Meteorite encapsulated in this coin fell to earth around 4000 years ago, as part of the Campo Del Ceilo (Field of Heaven) meteorite shower in Argentina. This coin has a limited mintage of only 10,000 coins and comes with a numbered certificate of authenticity.
Features
General Product Features
Year:
2009
Country:
Australia
Coin Features
Face Value:
Five Dollars
Issuer:
Royal Australian Mint
Finish:
Proof
Mintage:
10000
Metal:
Silver
Metal Weight:
50 grams