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1966 Round 50 Cent

Australia 50 Cents 1966 80% Silver Australia's first round fifty cent coin was struck in 80% silver and remains one of the most collected decimal issues.

1966 Round 50 Cent full face viewer
1966 Round 50 Cent Reverse
1966 Round 50 Cent Obverse
Type Coin
Country Australia
Denomination 50 Cents
Year 1966
Variety 80% Silver
Mintage 36.45 million
Shape Round

Overview

Australia's first round fifty cent coin was struck in 80% silver and remains one of the most collected decimal issues.

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