Obverse © Mike Bentley (CC BY-NC)
Obverse © Mike Bentley (CC BY-NC)
50 Cents - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - 80th Birthday - Silver Proof
2006 year| Gold (.999) plated silver (.999) | 18.24 g | 31.51 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2006 |
| Value | 50 Cents 0.50 AUD = USD 0.34 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) plated silver (.999) |
| Weight | 18.24 g |
| Diameter | 31.51 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Dodecagonal (12-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#155421 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
A ring of flags around "ER" which means Elizabeth Regina, the word Regina being Latin for Queen. The majestic crown with 80 behind it. The outer ring of flags alternates the Union Jack with the Australian Flag to recognize the ties between the United Kingdom and Australia. This coin is gilt with 24 carat gold on the central design.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 80 EIIR 50
Designer: Stuart Devlin
Edge
12 Sided Smooth
Comment
Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her 80th birthday in 2006 with many special events and activities. In the month prior to her birthday on 21st April, she had traveled to Australia for a visit which included opening the Commonwealth Games in Melbourne. This coin is part of a two coin set issued by the Royal Australian Mint.The coins were issued in a wooden case made from jarrah which was inside a protective purple box.
