{"product_id":"1966-australian-round-50-cent-coin-silver-elizabeth-ii-coat-of-arms-vintage","title":"1966 Australian Round 50 Cent Coin Silver Elizabeth II Coat of Arms Vintage","description":"\u003cp\u003eKey Details\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eItem: Australian 50 Cent Coin\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDenomination: 50 Cents\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYear: 1966\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCountry: Australia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMonarch: Queen Elizabeth II\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eObverse: Queen Elizabeth II portrait\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReverse: Australian Coat of Arms – kangaroo and emu\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShape: Round\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eComposition: 80% Silver\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeight: Approx. 13.28 g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiameter: Approx. 31.5 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEra: Decimal Currency – First Year of Issue\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition: Circulated – see photographs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMini Story or Hook\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn iconic piece of Australian decimal currency history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduced in 1966 when Australia changed from pounds, shillings and pence to decimal currency, the original 50 cent coin was strikingly different from the twelve-sided coin Australians know today. The 1966 issue was produced in a round format and contained 80% silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eRising silver prices quickly made the coin’s precious-metal content worth considerably more relative to its face value, and the silver round 50 cent was replaced by a copper-nickel twelve-sided design from 1969.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe reverse carries the Australian Coat of Arms with the familiar kangaroo and emu, while the obverse features Queen Elizabeth II.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition: Circulated vintage condition – please refer closely to photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis example displays:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Good overall definition to the Australian Coat of Arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Queen Elizabeth II portrait remains well defined.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* General surface marks, scratches and wear consistent with circulation and age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Some surface toning\/patina visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Coin has not been professionally graded.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Supplied in the coin holder shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo claim is made as to a specific numerical or recognised numismatic grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e📸 The photos form part of the description – please examine them closely as they show the actual coin being offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e📦 All items are carefully wrapped and packaged to ensure they arrive safely at their new forever home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombined postage available – contact us before purchasing for a revised invoice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eInternational shipping available on request – please message for a quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed to Know More?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHave questions or need more photos? We’re happy to help! Just message us and we’ll get back to you promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther Info\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e🛍️ Check out our other items — we specialise in vintage, collectible and nostalgic pieces and are more than happy to bundle items to save on postage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e📲 Follow us @vintagehqcomau on socials and on eBay for more nostalgic finds and stories behind these unique or rare pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage HQ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67745132904677,"sku":"EB-147639685392","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/1255\/3701\/files\/57_8dd2a70d-6216-4df5-afa2-59ec38144190.jpg?v=1792405644","url":"https:\/\/vintagehq.com.au\/products\/1966-australian-round-50-cent-coin-silver-elizabeth-ii-coat-of-arms-vintage","provider":"Vintage HQ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}