50 Cents - Elizabeth II (6th Portrait - Summer Sun and Surf - Christmas 2021) 2021 front 50 Cents - Elizabeth II (6th Portrait - Summer Sun and Surf - Christmas 2021) 2021 back
50 Cents - Elizabeth II (6th Portrait - Summer Sun and Surf - Christmas 2021) 2021 photo
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50 Cents - Elizabeth II 6th Portrait - Summer Sun and Surf - Christmas

2021 year
Copper-nickel 15.55 g 31.51 mm
Description
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
Copper-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#303607
Rarity index
73%

Reverse

A Christmas theme with a shimmering surface of the saltwater glistening with stars and sparkles as it cascades into billows of seafoam. While below garland of bubbles shows the tidal mark on the textured sand with a subtle play of frosted finishes.

Script: Latin

Lettering: 50

Designer: Royal Australian Mint

Edge

Smooth - 12 Sided

Comment

Released by the RAM in September 2021 is this NCLT Copper-nickel 50 cent coin. The Mint is getting into the festive season with this year's Christmas coin. Taking inspiration from the uniquely Australian way to celebrate Christmas at the beach, this coin is bursting with summer sun and surf.

At a special retail price of $10, the Mint’s 2021 Christmas Decoration coin is the perfect Kris Kringle gift for one and all this Christmas. Packaged in 5 different coloured coincards.