50 Cents - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Volunteers) 2003 front 50 Cents - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Volunteers) 2003 back
50 Cents - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Volunteers) 2003 photo
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50 Cents - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Volunteers

2003 year
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 15.55 g 31.51 mm
Description
Issuer
Australia
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
2003
Value
50 Cents 0.50 AUD = USD 0.34
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
15.55 g
Diameter
31.51 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Dodecagonal (12-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#6434
Rarity index
10%

Reverse

Value within circle of volunteer activities

Script: Latin

Lettering:
· AUSTRALIA'S VOLUNTEERS ·
50
VG

Designer: Vladimir Gottwald

Edge

12 Sided Smooth

Comment

Released into circulation by the Royal Australian Mint this 50 cent coin commemorates the hard work and commitments of Australia's Volunteers within the community. The theme was Australia's Volunteers -Making a difference. In 2003 there were 4.4 million people around the country volunteering their time and services in varying activities. A 20 cent and 1 dollar coin were also released that included the Volunteer theme.

The coin was also released in the following Year sets ...

The UNC Year Mint Set