2006 50c Coin - XVIII Commonwealth Games - Table Tennis

2006 50c Uncirculated Coin – XVIII Commonwealth Games: Table Tennis

Celebrate the speed and precision of Table Tennis with this commemorative 50 cent coin, released by the Royal Australian Mint to mark the Melbourne 2006 XVIII Commonwealth Games. This release highlights one of the most fast-paced sports of the Games, capturing the energy of the international competition held in Melbourne.

The reverse design features a dynamic depiction of a table tennis player in action, illustrating the agility required for the sport.

Key Features and Design

• Sporting Tribute: Part of the comprehensive "Sports of the Games" collection released to celebrate Melbourne hosting the XVIII Commonwealth Games.
• Reverse Design: A stylised depiction of a table tennis player by Wojciech Pietranik, featuring the official Melbourne 2006 logo.
• Obverse Design: Features the 4th definitive portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley.
• Uncirculated Finish: Struck in cupro-nickel to the Mints high uncirculated standard.

Specifications

• Year of Issue: 2006
• Denomination: 50c
• Metal: Cupro-Nickel
• Mass: 15.55g
• Diameter: 31.51mm (Dodecagonal)
• Finish: Uncirculated
• Mintage: 22,502 (Total Mintage: 37,502)
• Mint: Royal Australian Mint
• Numista Ref: N# 19322

Condition and Presentation

• Condition: This coin is in uncirculated condition.
• Presentation: Housed in its original themed Royal Australian Mint presentation card, which includes facts about the sport of Table Tennis.
• Condition Note: While the coin remains in uncirculated condition, please note that minor scuffing may be present on the protective coin capsule, and the display card may show minor wear consistent with handling and storage over time.
• Authenticity: All coins are supplied in their original official packaging to ensure their long-term value and provenance for collectors.