© Perth Mint
© Perth Mint
50 Cents - Elizabeth II 6th Portrait - Dreaming Down Under; Dingo
2021 year| Silver (.999) (Pad Printed) | 15.553 g | 32.6 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2021 |
| Value | 50 Cents 0.50 AUD = USD 0.34 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) (Pad Printed) |
| Weight | 15.553 g |
| Diameter | 32.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#328466 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
The coin depicts the cute canine asleep in a fleece-lined twig basket
Script: Latin
Lettering:
P
EM
1/2 oz 999 SILVER
Designer: Elise Martinson
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The third of five 1/2oz silver proof coins from the adorable Dreaming Down Under Series, this irresistible release portrays a baby dingo. Dingos are wild dogs that have lived in Australia for thousands of years. Beautifully coloured, the dingo artistry on this coin captures the puppy’s vulnerability to perfection.The coin depicts the cute canine asleep in a fleece-lined twig basket – a prop that has created a popular trend in newborn photography among parents all around the world. As well as colourful Australian native flowers and wildlife, the design also incorporates The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark.
Accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity, each coin in the limited mintage is housed in a classic display case with a clear lid which comes in an illustrated shipper.
