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Denomination50 Cents
Country / EmpireAustralia
Obverse DesignTypically features the effigy of the reigning monarch (e.g., Queen Elizabeth II, King Charles III). The specific effigy and design details cannot be determined without a specific coin image or year.
Reverse DesignThe standard design is the Australian Coat of Arms. However, many commemorative issues exist with different reverse designs. The specific design cannot be determined without a specific coin image or year.
Historical Context
The 12-sided Australian 50 Cent coin was introduced in 1969 to replace the round 50 cent coin (which contained 80% silver and was withdrawn in 1966 due to the rising price of silver). Its distinctive dodecagonal shape was chosen to easily differentiate it from other denominations. This information pertains to the general type of coin, as no specific coin image or year was provided for analysis.
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