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| Issuer | Royal Australian Mint |
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| Year | 2006 |
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| Weight | 18.24 g |
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| Obverse description | Fourth portrait effigy of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, as executed by Ian Rank-Broadley, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara. The legend ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA 2006 arcs around the upper periphery, with the engraver's initials IRB appearing below the truncation of the bust. The design is rendered in high-relief proof finish. |
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| Obverse lettering | ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA 2006 IRB |
| Reverse description | Central design features the royal cypher EIIR surmounted by St. Edward's Crown, with the numeral 80 prominently displayed behind the crown to commemorate the 80th birthday of Queen Elizabeth II. A decorative outer ring alternates the Union Jack and the Australian National Flag, symbolising the enduring bond between the United Kingdom and Australia. The central device is selectively gilt in 24-carat gold, contrasting with the frosted silver proof fields. The denomination 50 appears in the lower field. |
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