{"product_id":"1998-50c-coin-bass-flinders-uncirculated-toned","title":"1998 50c Coin - Bass \u0026 Flinders - Uncirculated (Toned)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0118\/3652\/2558\/files\/LooseChangeCoins-Invoice-310x90_70fac021-e00c-4364-8dad-d4b1d183cdbf_480x480.png?v=1620968461\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1998 50c \"Bass \u0026amp; Flinders\" — Specimen Strike Ex-PNC (Obverse Toned)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle \u003cb\u003eUncirculated Specimen Strike\u003c\/b\u003e 50c coin, salvaged directly from an official Australia Post \/ Royal Australian Mint Postal Numismatic Cover (PNC). Supplied in a brand-new 2x2 Mylar coin flip for protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCoin Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e1998 50c Commemorative Coin\u003c\/b\u003e celebrating the bicentenary of the \u003cb\u003eDiscovery of Bass Strait (1798–1998)\u003c\/b\u003e by George Bass and Matthew Flinders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSpecimen Strike Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Produced with higher-pressure specimen dies for official PNC releases, featuring enhanced relief contrast compared to standard circulation strikes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eToning Assessment:\u003c\/b\u003e Displays a distinctive, curved arc of blue and iridescent crescent toning across the lower obverse field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReverse Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed by \u003cb\u003eVladimir Gottwald\u003c\/b\u003e, depicting portraits of George Bass and Matthew Flinders alongside a map outline of Tasmania and Bass Strait.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eObverse Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Features the 3rd portrait of \u003cb\u003eQueen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e by \u003cb\u003eRaphael Maklouf\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCatalogue Reference:\u003c\/b\u003e Numista N# 9557.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMintage Information:\u003c\/b\u003e Limited mintage of \u003cb\u003e82,004\u003c\/b\u003e produced for the standard Australia Post PNC issue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specs:\u003c\/b\u003e Cupronickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel), 15.55g weight, 31.51mm dodecagonal shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePackage Contents:\u003c\/b\u003e This listing is for a \u003cb\u003esingle uncirculated Ex-PNC coin only\u003c\/b\u003e, supplied in a protective Mylar flip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCondition Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e As an Ex-PNC specimen, it has never been in circulation. Features a prominent blue crescent tone arc on the obverse as imaged, while the reverse remains clean with sharp detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eImage Note:\u003c\/b\u003e Images reflect the exact coin available for purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout this Coin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1998 \"Bass \u0026amp; Flinders\" 50c coin commemorates the historic 1798 voyage that proved Van Diemen's Land (Tasmania) was an island separated from mainland Australia. Struck to Specimen standard for official Australia Post PNC covers, this coin retains the superior detail and high-contrast surfaces typical of RAM collector packaging. With its distinct obverse crescent toning developed over decades inside its original paper insert, this piece offers a unique, eye-catching option for decimal completionists.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Loose Change Coins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51080474657015,"sku":"N#9557-UNC(Toned)","price":7.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0118\/3652\/2558\/files\/98-50c-UNC_ToneOB_1.jpg?v=1787963814","url":"https:\/\/loosechangecoins.com.au\/products\/1998-50c-coin-bass-flinders-uncirculated-toned","provider":"Loose Change Coins","version":"1.0","type":"link"}