2004 $5 Bicentenary of Tasmania Silver Proof Coin Gold - 1/10oz Proof a group of miners gathered

a group of miners gathered behind a hastily-built stockade on the goldfields of Ballarat and raised their Eureka flag

one of Australia’s most intriguing and beautiful animals

Mem Fox's beautifully lyrical story and Julie Vivas' wonderfully whimsical illustrations have captured the hearts and minds of many young readers

this coin recognises the contributions of Australia’s eight state and territory Royal Agricultural Societies

2004 $5 Bicentenary of Tasmania Silver Proof Coin Gold - 1/10oz Proof a group of miners gatheredThe coins design commemorates the Bicentenary of European settlement of Tasmania. The coin features a majestic image of the ship the Lady Nelson in full sail against an outline of the island state and is highlighted with Leatherwood, a flora endemic to Tasmania.