1966 Round 50 cent coin - .800 Silver 50 cent Postmarked First Day of Issue

Postmarked First Day of Issue 1 November 2021

Four enterprising young Americans

The group toured the world

this beautiful proof coin marks the introduction of the Australian $1 coin

Hatched in the remote plains of the Northern Territory and Western Australia with dull colouring

1966 Round 50 cent coin - .800 Silver 50 cent Postmarked First Day of IssueFebruary 14th 1966 marked the introduction of decimal currency to Australia. The round 50c was a one year only type. It was quickly realized that producing these coins with an 80% silver content was not feasible due to the value of silver. Another complaint from members of the public was the similarities in dimensions to the 20c piece which would potentially lead to confusion between the denominations particularly with vision impaired members of the