50 Cents In the name of Elizabeth II, 6th Portrait - Year of the Dragon - Silver Bullion
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Year | 2024 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Value | 50 Cents |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.9999) |
| Weight | 15.552 g |
| Diameter | 32.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Engraver(s) | |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | KM#4638 |
| Obverse description | 6th crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the George IV State Diadem and the Victorian Coronation Necklace, Memorial Obverse. |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA 1952-2022 JC 1/2oz 9999 Ag 50 CENTS |
| Reverse description | The reverse portrays a Chinese mythical dragon with stylized waves and fog. |
| Reverse script | Chinese, Latin |
| Reverse lettering |
龍 DRAGON 2024 P125 IJ (Translation: 龍=Dragon) |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Mint |
P125 Perth Mint, Australia(1899-date) |
| Mintage |
2024 P125 - BU - 8 000 |
| Numisquare ID | 1601209420 |
| Additional information |
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Historical Context: The 2024 Australian 50 Cents "Year of the Dragon" (KM#4638) is issued in the name of Elizabeth II, featuring her 6th portrait by Jody Clark. This 2024 attribution signifies a unique transitional period, honoring her enduring legacy amidst King Charles III's succession. As a key release in Australia's acclaimed Lunar Series, this coin celebrates the auspicious Year of the Dragon, a powerful Chinese cultural symbol. Its significance appeals to numismatists and bullion investors, reflecting cultural and intrinsic value.
Artistry: The obverse presents Jody Clark's dignified 6th effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, a modern realist portrayal wearing the George IV State Diadem. This portrait, established in 2019, ensures artistic continuity. The reverse, designed by The Perth Mint, exemplifies modern numismatic artistry. It features a dynamic, intricately detailed Chinese dragon, capturing its mythical power through flowing lines and meticulous scales. The design is elegantly complemented by the Chinese character for "Dragon" and the year, demonstrating craftsmanship.
Technical/Grading: Struck in .9999 fine silver, weighing 15.552 grams and 32.6 millimeters, this coin demonstrates The Perth Mint's renowned manufacturing excellence. High-points for grading include the Queen's diadem and hair on the obverse, and the dragon's prominent scales, eyes, and claws on the reverse. Optimal specimens will exhibit a full, sharp strike, ensuring crisp detail and strong relief. The coin typically presents brilliant, proof-like fields contrasting with frosted devices, indicative of its premium bullion quality and preservation.