{"product_id":"2003-rugby-world-cup-5-silver-proof-coin","title":"2003 Rugby World Cup \"The World in Union\" $5 Silver Proof Coin","description":"\u003cp\u003eStruck to mark the 2003 Rugby World Cup hosted in Australia, this $5 proof coin carries the tournament's \"The World in Union\" theme, with the Webb Ellis Cup rendered in selective gold plating against a fine silver field - a striking contrast finish that highlights the trophy at the centre of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe obverse features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, while the coin itself is struck in one troy ounce of 99.9% fine silver, with the trophy detail plated in 99.99% gold. Finished to proof standard with a 40mm diameter and limited to a mintage of just 20,000, each coin is presented in official Royal Australian Mint packaging and individually numbered - making it a standout piece for both rugby memorabilia collectors and Australian silver proof collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRugby World Cup 2003 $5 Silver Proof Coin Specifications:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDenomination: $5 AUD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal: Fine Silver (99.9%)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelective Plating: Gold (99.99%)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMass: One Troy Ounce (31.14g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter: 40.00mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Proof, Selectively Gold Plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMintage: 20,000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMint: Royal Australian Mint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTheme: 2003 Rugby World Cup - \"The World in Union\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the selective gold plating on this coin cover?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Webb Ellis Cup - the Rugby World Cup trophy - is selectively plated in 99.99% gold against the fine silver background, creating a two-tone finish unique to this design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow rare is this 2003 Rugby World Cup $5 coin?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mintage was limited to 20,000 coins, and each is individually numbered by the Royal Australian Mint - this example is numbered 12335.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRugby fans and coin collectors alike will want to see our full range in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/koalaehub.com\/collections\/collectibles\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eWorld \u0026amp; Vintage Coins, Gold Proof Sets \u0026amp; Commemorative Medals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koalaehub","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54145345651052,"sku":null,"price":179.8,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/5907\/9788\/files\/RugbyWorldCup-2.webp?v=1786064143","url":"https:\/\/koalaehub.com\/products\/2003-rugby-world-cup-5-silver-proof-coin","provider":"Koalaehub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}