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2023 Australian 50 Cent Coloured Uncirculated Coin - Humpback Whale

Overview:
A Stunning Commemorative 50 Cent Piece From The Royal Australian Mint Celebrating The Majestic Humpback Whale Of The Australian Antarctic Territory. This Coloured Uncirculated Coin Represents A Modern Addition To Australia'S Numismatic Heritage, Combining Technical Precision With Vibrant Artistic Design.

Specifications:
Denomination: 50 Cents
Year Of Issue: 2023
Mint: Royal Australian Mint
Metal Composition: Copper-Nickel (Cuni)
Weight: 15.55 Grams
Diameter: 31.51 Millimetres
Finish: Uncirculated
Mintage: 25,000 Pieces
Designer: A. Ball

Design Features:
The Reverse Showcases A Magnificent Humpback Whale Breaching From Azure Waters, Captured Mid-Leap With Exceptional Artistic Depth. A Striking Blue Circular Element At The Coin'S Centre Adds Dimensional Colour To The Design, Creating A Visually Compelling Focal Point That Distinguishes This Piece From Traditional Monochromatic Coinage.

Condition Notes:
This Example Presents In Mint State Condition With Exceptional Eye Appeal. The Coin Exhibits Full Original Lustre Across Both Obverse And Reverse Surfaces. No Evidence Of Circulation Wear Is Present. The Coloured Element Remains Vibrant And Undamaged. The Strike Is Sharp With Crisp Definition Throughout The Design Elements. Minor Contact Marks Consistent With Handling During Minting And Packaging Are Present But Do Not Detract From The Overall Presentation. The Coin Has Been Carefully Stored In Its Original Protective Capsule On Black Display Card, Preserving The Pristine Condition.

Significance:
The Humpback Whale Holds Profound Cultural And Ecological Significance To Australia. Once Hunted Near Extinction, These Magnificent Cetaceans Have Made A Remarkable Recovery And Are Now Found In Oceans Around The World, Migrating North From Antarctic Waters To Warmer Tropical Seas. The Species Is Noted For Their Complex, Haunting Songs That Can Last More Than Half An Hour And Travel Vast Distances Underwater. Growing To 17 Metres In Length And Weighing Up To 40 Tonnes, Humpbacks Are Among The Ocean'S Most Acrobatic Performers, Known For Their Spectacular Breaching Behaviour. This Coin Celebrates Their Recovery And The Importance Of Marine Conservation Within Australian Antarctic Territory.

Presentation:
Housed In Official Royal Australian Mint Packaging With Accompanying Information Card Detailing The Whale'S Natural History And Conservation Status. The Presentation Emphasises The Coin'S Role As Both A Collectible Numismatic Piece And An Educational Tool Promoting Awareness Of Australian Marine Biodiversity.

This 2023 Coloured Uncirculated 50 Cent Coin Represents Modern Australian Coinage At Its Finest—Combining Technical Excellence With Artistic Vision And Environmental Messaging. Highly Suitable For Both General Collectors And Specialists In Australian Commemorative Coinage.991742+15


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Auction Date:
08-Aug-2026 14:00
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QLD, NSW, SA, VIC, WA, ACT, TAS, NT QLD 4211
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