Product Details
2000 Phar Lap Five Dollar Proof Coin
The 2000 Phar Lap $5 Proof is a popular modern Australian collector coin, struck by the Royal Australian Mint to honor one of Australia’s most famous racehorses. Even though it is not an “old” coin, it has steady collector demand because of the theme, the proof finish, and the relatively modest production compared to many later modern issues.
Product Specifications
- Year: 2000
- Country/Region: Australia
- Mint: Royal Australian Mint
- Face Value: $5.00
- Composition: Aluminium Bronze (a durable, copper-based alloy often used for modern collector pieces)
- Diameter: 38.74 mm
- Weight: 28 grams
- Mintage: 20,000 (low for many modern RAM collector releases)
- Catalogue/Market Value: approximately $60.00, though real-world pricing can move up or down based on demand, the coin’s surfaces, and whether the full packaging set is included.
Condition and Packaging Notes
This coin is listed as being in good condition and includes the original promotional outer cardboard box along with the Certificate of Authenticity (COA). Keep in mind the outer promotional box is not in perfect condition, and packaging matters for many proof collectors—so box wear can reduce resale appeal even when the coin itself looks strong.
Also note that you may not receive the exact coin pictured. With aluminium bronze proofs, you should expect normal variation in tone, light marks, or small handling signs typical of this issue and age
