Coins and Australia - Fifty cent 1979 - Australian coins price guide and values

Fifty cent 1979 - Not intended for circulation

The 1979 Royal Australian Mint proof coins set was presented in a clear acrylic case, with blue holder and white foam covers used for protection.

Most years since 1966, the Royal Australian Mint has released a proof set containing proof examples of Australia's circulating coinage. Proof coins have a different and more refined manufacturing process than circulation coins. The dies are polished to give a cameo-like/mirror-like or matte finish.

In 1979, some sets come with a 50 cent coin Double bar variety.

Fifty cent 1979 value

The value of a Australian coin depends on several factors such as quality and wear, supply and demand, rarity, finish and more.

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Variety PR-64 PR-65 PR-66 PR-67 PR-68 PR-69 PR-70
1979 ----$35.00$46.70-
1979 - Double bar ------$788

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Varieties

Double bar

Fifty cent 1979 - Double bar - 50 cents - Decimal coin

Mintage

  • Fifty cent 1979 : 24,886,200 - (36,000 proof)
  • Fifty cent 1979 - Double bar : Included above

Specifications - Fifty cent 1979

  • Alloy: 75% copper and 25% nickel
  • Diameter : 31.5mm
  • Engraver: Obverse: Arnold Machin, Reverse: Stuart Devlin

Last update : Sunday, May 19, 2024

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