3X Australian 50 Cent Coins - Mixed Dates ( 1971 × 2, 1974 × 1)

Overview:
A Collection Of Three Australian 50 Cent Coins From The Dodecagonal (12-Sided) Series, Featuring Queen Elizabeth Ii. These Coins Represent The Post-1969 Decimal Currency Era And Showcase The Iconic Coat Of Arms Reverse Design By Stuart Devlin.

Specifications:
Denomination: 50 Cents (Each)
Currency: Australian Dollars (Aud)
Monarch: Queen Elizabeth Ii
Mint: Royal Australian Mint, Canberra
Composition: Cupro-Nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Diameter: 31.65 Mm
Weight: Approximately 15.55 Grams Each

Design:
Obverse: Arnold Machin'S Elegant Portrait Of Queen Elizabeth Ii, Facing Right, With Inscriptions Around The Rim.
Reverse: Stuart Devlin'S Heraldic Coat Of Arms Of Australia, Featuring The Shield With Six States Represented, Flanked By The Kangaroo And Emu Supporters. Denomination "50" Prominently Displayed.

Condition Assessment:
Overall Grade: Fair
Obverse: Light To Moderate Wear On The Highest Points Of The Queen'S Portrait. Hair Detail Remains Clear. Rim Shows Minor Contact Marks Consistent With Circulation. No Significant Damage To The Obverse Field.
Reverse: Coat Of Arms Displays Good Definition With Minor Wear To The Shield Details. The Supporters (Kangaroo And Emu) Show Clear Definition. Denomination Numerals Sharp And Legible.
Surface Quality: Original Surfaces With Natural Patina. Light Bag Marks Visible Under Angled Light, Consistent With Storage In Rolls Or Bags. No Evidence Of Cleaning Or Artificial Enhancement.
Luster: Partial Cartwheel Luster Remains Visible Under Direct Lighting, Indicating Minimal Circulation Wear.

Condition Notes: Light Contact Marks, Minor Surface Wear On High Points, Light Bag Marks On Obverse, Natural Patina Consistent With Age And Storage, No Rim Damage, No Environmental Damage

Historical Context:
The Dodecagonal 50 Cent Coin Was Introduced In 1969, Replacing The Round 50 Cent Piece. This Distinctive 12-Sided Design Became An Iconic Feature Of Australian Decimal Currency And Remained In Circulation For Decades. These Coins Represent A Significant Period In Australian Numismatic History, Bridging The Early Decimal Era With Modern Coinage Practices. The Devlin Reverse Design Is Highly Regarded Among Collectors For Its Artistic Merit And Heraldic Accuracy.

Collector Notes:
These Coins Are Ideal For Collectors Seeking Examples Of The Classic Dodecagonal 50 Cent Design In Circulated Condition. The Very Fine Grade Indicates Light To Moderate Circulation With Good Eye Appeal. Suitable For Type Collectors, Australian Decimal Specialists, Or Those Building A Comprehensive 50 Cent Collection Across Multiple Dates And Varieties.

Buyers Are Encouraged To View The Coins In Person To Assess Surface Quality, Toning, And Grade Alignment With Their Own Standards. Raw Coins Of This Type Benefit From Hands-On Inspection Prior To Purchase.TOORMINA
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