Australian Legal Tender Appraisal

Australian Parliament House 5 Dollar Coin

This appears to be an Australian 5 dollar commemorative coin, likely made of a brass or bronze alloy due to its golden-brown metallic color. The obverse side, which is visible in the image, features a detailed rendition of the Australian Parliament House in Canberra. The building is depicted with its distinctive spire and flag flying, along with surrounding architectural elements and tiered steps leading up to the structure. Below the Parliament House, the denomination '5 DOLLARS' is clearly incised in a sans-serif font, with the number '5' being notably larger than the word 'DOLLARS'. The coin has a reeded edge, though much of it is obscured. Observed physical characteristics include a generally round shape. The surface exhibits some signs of wear and handling, including minor scratches and possibly some light tarnish or patina, particularly noticeable around the raised elements of the design and on the flat fields. There are no obvious severe damages such as deep gouges or bends, indicating it is in at least 'good' circulated condition. No specific mint marks or dates are visible in this single image, but such coins featuring the Parliament House often commemorate specific anniversaries or events, suggesting an estimated age from the mid-to-late 20th century or early 21st century. The craftsmanship appears to be standard for circulating or commemorative coinage, with clear detailing of the architectural design. The unique aspect is its governmental and national landmark iconography.