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|rowspan=4| [[Cupronickel]]<br/>75% [[copper]]<br/>25% [[nickel]] | |rowspan=4| [[Cupronickel]]<br/>75% [[copper]]<br/>25% [[nickel]] | ||
|rowspan=3| [[Reeding|Reeded]] | |rowspan=3| [[Reeding|Reeded]] | ||
|rowspan=4| [[Elizabeth II|Queen<br/>Elizabeth II]] (1984-2024)<br>[[Charles III|King<br/>Charles III]] | |rowspan=4| [[Elizabeth II|Queen<br/>Elizabeth II]] (1984-2024)<br>[[Charles III|King<br/>Charles III]] (2024-Present) | ||
| [[Echidna]] | | [[Echidna]] | ||
|rowspan=3| 1966 | |rowspan=3| 1966 | ||
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|rowspan=2| 92% [[copper]]<br/>6% [[aluminium]]<br/>2% [[nickel]] | |rowspan=2| 92% [[copper]]<br/>6% [[aluminium]]<br/>2% [[nickel]] | ||
|rowspan=2| Interrupted<br/>milled | |rowspan=2| Interrupted<br/>milled | ||
|rowspan=1| [[Elizabeth II|Queen<br/>Elizabeth II]] (1984-2023)<br>[[Charles III|King<br/>Charles III]] | |rowspan=1| [[Elizabeth II|Queen<br/>Elizabeth II]] (1984-2023)<br>[[Charles III|King<br/>Charles III]] (2023-Present) | ||
| Five [[kangaroo]]s | | Five [[kangaroo]]s | ||
| 1984 | | 1984 | ||
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| 3.0 mm | | 3.0 mm | ||
| 6.60 g | | 6.60 g | ||
|rowspan=1| [[Elizabeth II|Queen<br/>Elizabeth II]] (1984-2024)<br>[[Charles III|King<br/>Charles III]] | |rowspan=1| [[Elizabeth II|Queen<br/>Elizabeth II]] (1984-2024)<br>[[Charles III|King<br/>Charles III]](2024-Present) | ||
| [[Australian Aboriginal elder|Aboriginal elder]] and [[Southern Cross]] | | [[Australian Aboriginal elder|Aboriginal elder]] and [[Southern Cross]] | ||
| 1988 | | 1988 | ||
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Revision as of 18:31, 18 June 2024
Definition
Circulated coins are produced for everyday transactions and are designed to withstand the wear and tear of daily use. They are minted in large quantities and distributed through banks and other financial institutions.
Characteristics
- Durability: Made to last through extensive handling.
- Design: Typically features standard designs that remain consistent for long periods.
- Finish: Generally has a less polished, more matte finish due to high-speed mass production.
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Table
| Image | Value | Technical parameters | Description | Date of first minting | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obverse | Reverse | Diameter | Thickness | Weight | Composition | Edge | Obverse | Reverse | ||
|
1c |
17.65 mm | >1.4 mm | 2.60 g | 97% copper 2.5% zinc 0.5% tin |
Plain | Queen Elizabeth II | Feathertail glider | 1966–1991 (no longer issued) | |
|
2c |
21.59 mm | <1.9 mm | 5.20 g | Frill-necked lizard | |||||
|
5c | 19.41 mm | 1.3 mm | 2.83 g | Cupronickel 75% copper 25% nickel |
Reeded | Queen Elizabeth II (1984-2024) King Charles III (2024-Present) |
Echidna | 1966 | |
|
10c | 23.60 mm | 1.5 mm | 5.65 g | Superb lyrebird | |||||
|
20c | 28.65 mm | 2.0 mm | 11.3 g | Platypus | |||||
|
50c | Dodecagon 31.65 mm (across flats) | 2.0 mm | 15.55 g | Plain | Coat of arms | 1969 | |||
|
$1 | 25.00 mm | 2.8 mm | 9.00 g | 92% copper 6% aluminium 2% nickel |
Interrupted milled |
Queen Elizabeth II (1984-2023) King Charles III (2023-Present) |
Five kangaroos | 1984 | |
|
$2 | 20.50 mm | 3.0 mm | 6.60 g | Queen Elizabeth II (1984-2024) King Charles III(2024-Present) |
Aboriginal elder and Southern Cross | 1988 | |||
