Fifty cent 1996 - Not intended for circulation
The 1996 Royal Australian Mint proof coins set was presented in a see-both-sides hard plastic case and presented in a special leatherette protective wallet and a colourful presentation box.
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 1996, the 1 dollar coin original design was replaced with the Sir Henry Parkes design also used on the 1996 circulating dollar.
A Gumnut Baby proof set was also released. In 1996, the coins were housed, individually encapsulated, in a plush green leatherette, hinged lid presentation case and a colourful presentation box. Also included is an Antique Finish, Sterling Silver (92.5%), Gumnut medallion with a diameter of 45 mm, a thickness of 3 mm and a weight of 43 grams. One side of the medallion is blank to enable a child's name to be engraved. 3,985 Gumnut Baby proof sets were released.
Fifty cent 1996 value
The value of a Australian coin depends on several factors such as quality and wear, supply and demand, rarity, finish and more.
- PR
- Business strike
| Variety | PR-64 | PR-65 | PR-66 | PR-67 | PR-68 | PR-69 | PR-70 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | - | - | - | - | $21.30 | $28.20 | $251 |
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Mintage
- Fifty cent 1996 : 19,296,800 - (37,335 proof)
Last update : Sunday, May 19, 2024
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