50 Cents - Elizabeth II - Year of the Rooster, colorized - 4th Portrait, Lunar Series II (2017)
Features
| Denomination | 50 Cents |
| Catalog Number | KM# 3371.1 |
| Weight (g) | 15.56 |
| Diameter (mm) | 36.6 |
| Thickness (mm) | 2.3 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Silver (.999) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 41.39 |
| Currency Value (USD) | 0.36 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Engraved by Ian Rank-Broadley
Lettering:
ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA
IRB
1/2 oz 9999 Ag 2017 50 CENTS
Description:
Fourth crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara. framed by inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” “AUSTRALIA,” the denomination “50 CENTS,” the year 2017, and silver purity and weight.
ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA
IRB
1/2 oz 9999 Ag 2017 50 CENTS
Description:
Fourth crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara. framed by inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” “AUSTRALIA,” the denomination “50 CENTS,” the year 2017, and silver purity and weight.
Reverse
Engraved by Ing Ing Jong
Lettering:
公雞
P
Year of the Rooster
Description:
The reverse offers a striking full-color depiction of a rooster standing proudly next to a hen and three chicks amongst bamboo foliage and flowers, symbolizing family and responsibility. The detail of the chickens is exceptionally sharp and almost lifelike, with great detail being put into the feathers. This beautiful lunar design also incorporates the Chinese character (公雞) for "Rooster", the inscription "Year of the Rooster", and The Perth Mint's traditional "P" mint mark.
公雞
P
Year of the Rooster
Description:
The reverse offers a striking full-color depiction of a rooster standing proudly next to a hen and three chicks amongst bamboo foliage and flowers, symbolizing family and responsibility. The detail of the chickens is exceptionally sharp and almost lifelike, with great detail being put into the feathers. This beautiful lunar design also incorporates the Chinese character (公雞) for "Rooster", the inscription "Year of the Rooster", and The Perth Mint's traditional "P" mint mark.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 P | 22,956 | Perth Mint, BU | Unknown |