2004 50c Coin - Student Design Native Fauna - Silver Proof

Discover a unique piece of Australian numismatic history with this 2004 50c uncirculated coin, a special release from the Royal Australian Mint featuring the winning design from a nationwide Primary School Student Coin Design Competition.

In 2003, John Serrano, a Year 5/6 student from St. Peter's Primary School in East Keilor, Victoria, captured the hearts of the public with his hand-drawn design. Chosen from over 2,500 entries, John's artwork brilliantly incorporates three iconic Australian fauna – a koala holding onto a gum tree, a lorikeet with outstretched wings, and a wombat – all conveying the essence of 'Australia'. Mint designer Vladimir Gottwald faithfully sculpted John's drawing for this coin, ensuring its intricate details were perfectly reproduced.

Key Features:

• Year: 2004
• Denomination: 50c
• Theme: Primary School Student Coin Design Competition ('Australia' theme)
• Reverse Design: Hand-drawn artwork by John Serrano (Year 5/6 student), featuring a koala, lorikeet, and wombat.
• Designer: John Serrano (original artist), Vladimir Gottwald (sculptor)
• Mintage: 8,230
• Condition: Uncirculated (as released in special packaging)
• Packaging: Presented in a bright yellow and green case.
• Condition Note: The outer case and card may show some signs of age.