10 Cents - 25th Anniversary of Decimal Currency - 3rd Portrait (1991)
Features
| Denomination | 10 Cents |
| Catalog Number | KM# 81a |
| Weight (g) | 6.52 |
| Diameter (mm) | 23.72 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.75 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Silver (.925) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 16.06 |
| Currency Value (USD) | 0.07 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Engraved by Raphael David Maklouf
Lettering:
ELIZABETH II
AUSTRALIA 1991
RDM
Description:
Third crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the George IV State Diadem.
ELIZABETH II
AUSTRALIA 1991
RDM
Description:
Third crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the George IV State Diadem.
Reverse
Engraved by Stuart Devlin
Lettering:
10
SD
Description:
The reverse depicts a lyrebird seen facing left, with its tail plumes expanded forward over its head. The denomination numeral 10 is above the head of the bird; in tiny letters initials of designer (SD)below, in the right field beside its foot.
10
SD
Description:
The reverse depicts a lyrebird seen facing left, with its tail plumes expanded forward over its head. The denomination numeral 10 is above the head of the bird; in tiny letters initials of designer (SD)below, in the right field beside its foot.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 25,000 | Royal Australian Mint, Proof in Silver Set | Unknown |