© Rennicks
© Rennicks
50 Cents - Elizabeth II 2nd Portrait - Pattern
1966 year| Silver (.800) (Copper .200) | 13.28 g | 31.5 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1966 |
| Value | 50 Cents 0.50 AUD = USD 0.34 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.800) (Copper .200) |
| Weight | 13.28 g |
| Diameter | 31.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.55 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#362024 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
No background design in the Australian coat of arms, large numerical denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
SD
Designer: Stuart Devlin
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 50 Cents - Elizabeth II (2nd Portrait - Pattern) 1966 from Australia is that it was minted with a unique combination of metals, specifically .800 silver and .200 copper, which gives it a distinctive weight of 13.28 grams. This makes it stand out from other coins of its time and adds to its numismatic value.
