2021 1oz Silver - $5 Milky Way Domed Silver Proof Coin
From "The Earth & Beyond" Series.
The 2021 $5 Milky Way 1 oz Domed Silver Proof Coin captures the scale and beauty of our home galaxy through detailed colour printing and a distinctive curved design. Struck by the Royal Australian Mint in 99.9% pure silver, this release forms part of The Earth and Beyond series, known for its scientifically themed artwork and domed proof finishes. The reverse displays a vivid depiction of the Milky Way viewed from above, using layered colour to highlight its spiral structure. The surrounding design incorporates astronomy-themed elements—stars, planets, and symbolic motifs that frame the galaxy at centre.
The domed shape enhances the sense of depth, making the artwork appear more three-dimensional and emphasising the swirling movement of the galactic arms. NASA data suggests the Milky Way contains roughly 100 billion stars, and the sun takes approximately 250 million years to orbit the galactic centre—context that underscores the scale referenced by this coin’s imagery.
The obverse features Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by a representation of the Solar System’s planetary layout. Minted to a high Proof standard, the combination of colour, curvature, and fine detailing makes this coin a standout piece for collectors of astronomy-themed issues and modern Australian numismatics.
With a limited mintage of just 6,000, the coin is housed in an official presentation case with a Certificate of Authenticity and themed outer packaging. It is a refined addition to any collection focused on space, science, domed coins, or Royal Australian Mint special releases.
Please note: Product images are provided as a guide and are representative of the item you will receive therefore where items feature individual serial or edition numbers, the number you recieve may differ from the one pictured. In addition, as many of our collectables have been previously owned, packaging condition may vary slightly between products of the same type based on previous storage conditions.
(2019-5-milky-col-fin-slv)
| SKU | 2019-5-milky-col-fin-slv |
| Barcode # | 9314688106390 |
| Brand | Perth Mint |
| Product Theme | 2019 |
| Format | Silver |
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