2002 $5 The Queen Mother 1900-2002, A Celebration of Her Life Silver Proof Coin. This fine silver $5 coin has been produced to celebrate the life of Her Majesty The Queen Mother who passed away on 30March 2002. Born Elizabeth Angela Marguerite Bowes-Lyon on 4 August 1900, she was the ninth of ten children. Her long and well-lived life spanned the entire twentieth century and Australia's modern era as a Federation. Certificate of Authenticity is included. Mintage 30,000. Please contact Adelaide Exchange Jewellers to find out more on this item.