© Richard Thomas
© Richard Thomas
5 Cents - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - 1966 Decimal Pattern
2009 year| Silver (.999) | 2.74 g | 19.6 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2009 |
| Value | 5 Cents 0.05 AUD = USD 0.034 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 2.74 g |
| Diameter | 19.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#192157 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Portraying the amphibious deftness of a platypus in its search for prey - in this case, a yabbie fleeing it's pursuer.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
AM
Designer: Andor Mészáros
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The 1966 Australian Decimal Pattern Proof Set honours the five reverse designs proposed by Andor Mészáros for Australia's new decimal coins in 1966. The set comprises five decimal-sized coins struck by the Perth Mint. Their reverses are produced using the artist's original coin plasters, released to the Perth Mint for this purpose by the Mészáros family. These coins are legal tender.
