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A 2015 Australian silver coin, of circular form struck in 999 fine silver. The obverse features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, with the initials IRB visible at the truncation of the neck. Struck inscriptions around the border read ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA and 50 CENTS. The reverse depicts a koala sitting on a tree branch, with eucalyptus foliage in the background. The legend AUSTRALIAN KOALA is struck at the top, with the date, weight, and fineness inscribed at the bottom border as 2015 1/2 oz 999 SILVER. A single P mark is struck to the right of the koala’s head. The edge is reeded. No maker’s marks, signatures, or labels are visible on the item.
Weight: 1/2 oz.
Condition report:
The coin exhibits a bright, high-lustre strike with no visible surface wear or handling marks. The obverse displays sharp details and clear fields with no visible contact marks or toning (photo 2). The reverse is well-preserved with no signs of environmental exposure, scratches, or milk spots (photo 1). The coin is housed in a clear plastic protective capsule.
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