1996 SILVER PROOF FIVE DOLLARS AUSTRALIA DAME NELLIE MELBA

Commemorating the centenary of Dame Nellie Melba's operatic triumph, this 1996 Australian silver proof five-dollar coin celebrates one of the nation's most celebrated cultural icons. Struck in fine silver with mirror-like fields and frosted design elements characteristic of proof coinage, this numismatic piece captures Melba's legacy with exceptional detail and finish. A sought-after addition to any serious collector's portfolio, particularly those focused on Australian commemorative issues and operatic history.