Australia 5 dollars Aurora Australis Ship Hologram PR 69 PCGS silver coin 2009

The 2009 Australia 5 Dollars Aurora Australis silver coin is one of the most visually striking issues from the Australian Antarctic Territory series, combining fine silver with advanced hologram technology. Struck to proof quality and graded PR69 by PCGS, it was dedicated to the natural wonder of the Southern Lights during the International Polar Year program. The reverse features a holographic window revealing the mesmerizing glow of the Aurora Australis above a polar research ship and icy mountains, with the silhouette of a soaring bird completing the Antarctic scene. Below, a detailed map of Antarctica highlights key research bases, surrounded by the inscriptions Australian Antarctic Territory, International Polar Year 2007–2008, and Aurora Australis. The obverse presents the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley, along with inscriptions Elizabeth II, Australia, 2009, 5 Dollars. This coin unites cutting-edge minting, Antarctic exploration, and natural beauty, making it a true highlight for collectors of hologram coins, polar themes, and modern Australian numismatics.

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